Job Description

Job Title: Controls and Automation Engineer

Location: Grand Prairie, TX

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Shift: Second Shift | 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM CT | Typically 6 days/week

Salary: $100,000–$115,000 annually + Overtime Eligible

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree (Mandatory)

No visa transfers or sponsorship available, no OPT/CPT/F1 visas

Seeking locally based Texas candidates for this role!

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Controls and Automation Engineer to join our manufacturing team in Grand Prairie, TX. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and troubleshooting factory-based electrical control systems and automation equipment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with PLCs, HMI design, and industrial automation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot electrical control systems and machinery.
• Program and support PLC-based hardware/software (e.g., Allen-Bradley).
• Test and maintain electronic equipment used in manufacturing and power transmission.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues on conveyor systems, motors, drives, and pumps.
• Use CAD and engineering software for design and documentation.
• Evaluate and improve existing systems for reliability and performance.
• Develop and modify operator interfaces and automation platforms.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and NFPA-70E safety standards.
• Supervise and guide maintenance technicians as needed.
• Analyze production requirements and implement cost-effective solutions.
• Perform technical calculations for electrical and robotic systems.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Support the build and validation of automation systems including pneumatics, servos, VFDs, relays, and robotic integration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in Electrical Controls/System Engineering.
• Proficiency in ladder logic programming (Allen-Bradley: PLC5, SLC, ControlLogix 5000–5580).
• Experience with HMI design tools (FactoryTalk View, Ignition, Wonderware, LabVIEW).
• Familiarity with Ethernet/IP and basic networking.
• Knowledge of plant power distribution and motor control systems.
• Understanding of robotic programming and teach points.

Preferred Skills

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in team environments.
• Excellent communication and multitasking skills.
• Proactive and resourceful in high-output settings.

To Apply:

Please send your resume to kbarrymore@judge.com

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