Sr Automation / Controls Engineer Automotive Manufacturing (S.O)

Company: Controls & Automation Consultants
Location: Elmira
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Description Position Title & Basic Details Were looking for several Automation / Controls Engineers (Automotive Manufacturing) based in Elmira , NY . These are contract / consulting positions requiring 5 years of relevant experience in industrial automation or automotive manufacturing environments. A Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field is strongly preferred. Overview In this role, you will support our Automation / Controls Team responsible for the design, build, programming, commissioning, and long-term support of highly automated production equipment and manufacturing lines . This role spans the full lifecycle of equipment development and support, including: Electrical system design and drafting PLC and HMI programming Robotics, vision, and safety systems Equipment commissioning and production support The ideal candidates bring hands-on experience with automated assembly, material handling, inspection systems, and high-volume manufacturing equipment commonly found in automotive OEM and Tier 1 environments (or similar). Key Responsibilities Electrical Design & Drafting (Core Requirement) Develop complete electrical design packages for automated equipment, including: Electrical schematics Panel layouts Wiring diagrams I/O schematics Power distribution drawings Perform electrical design using: EPLAN AutoCAD Electrical AutoCAD Generate and maintain: I/O lists Cable schedules Device lists Bills of Material (BOMs) Panel layouts Redlines Ensure designs follow applicable standards: NFPA 79 (Industrial Machinery) NEC (NFPA 70) UL508A concepts Collaborate closely with mechanical, manufacturing, and process engineering teams during equipment design and build phases. Controls Programming & Integration Develop and support control programs for automated automotive equipment using: Siemens PLCs (TIA Portal / Step 7) Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix / GuardLogix) Develop and maintain: PLC logic Machine sequencing Interlocks Alarms and fault handling HMI interfaces Support commissioning of: New production equipment New manufacturing lines Line expansions and retrofits Robotics Integration Support integration and troubleshooting of: FANUC robots Work with: Robot I/O mapping Safety coordination PLC/robot interlocks Sequence synchronization between robots and equipment Machine Vision Systems Support implementation and troubleshooting of vision systems used for: Part presence / absence detection Alignment verification Dimensional checks Defect detection Barcode / DataMatrix reading Traceability systems Experience with: Keyence vision systems Cognex vision systems Integrate vision system results into PLC logic for real-time production decisions. Safety Engineering Design and implement machine safety systems including: Safety PLC logic E-Stops Light curtains Safety door circuits Interlocks Safety relays and devices Participate in: Risk assessments Safety reviews Validation testing Apply industry safety practices and standards including: NFPA 79 ISO 13849 concepts OSHA requirements Troubleshooting & Production Support Troubleshoot complex issues involving: Electrical systems PLC logic Safety circuits Robotics Vision systems Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and implement permanent corrective actions. Provide floor-level engineering support during: Equipment startup Production ramp-up Downtime events Support equipment uptime, throughput, and long-term reliability. Requirements Education: Bachelors degree in Engineering (Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics) or equivalent practical experience. Experience: Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in industrial automation or automotive manufacturing environments. Technical Expertise: Electrical design and drafting (EPLAN and/or AutoCAD Electrical) PLC programming (Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley) Ability to read and troubleshoot electrical schematics Experience supporting equipment involving PLC, HMI, robotics, and vision systems Soft Skills: Strong troubleshooting and analytical thinking Ability to communicate effectively with engineering, maintenance, manufacturing, and leadership teams Comfortable working onsite in a production environment Preferred Qualifications Automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier experience Experience commissioning new automotive production lines Experience with: Siemens Safety PLCs Allen-Bradley GuardLogix FANUC robotics integration experience Cognex and/or Keyence vision experience Experience in high-speed automated assembly environments Experience supporting 24/7 production operations Why Join Us? Challenging Work: Support complex, high-visibility manufacturing systems Technical Depth: Work across electrical design, PLCs, robotics, vision, and safety Real Impact: Your work directly affects uptime, throughput, and production quality Strong Engineering Culture: Join a team that values hands-on technical excellence Career Growth: Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and environments Interview Process Initial screening with Controls & Automation Consultants Technical interview with engineering leadership Client interview (virtual or onsite depending on project needs) About Controls & Automation Consultants Controls & Automation Consultants provides highly experienced controls, automation, and electrical engineering professionals to automotive, advanced manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotech, and industrial clients nationwide. Our engineers bring practical, hands-on expertise across electrical design, PLC programming, robotics, vision systems, and safety engineering to support real-world production environments.

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