Automation & Controls Engineer

Automation/Controls Engineer Manufacturing & Automation Excellence | Phenix City, AL (Citizenship Required)

Partnered Search by Northwest Talent Solutions (NWTS)

Northwest Talent Solutions is proud to partner on the search for a high-impact Automation/Controls Engineer to join a leading U.S. manufacturer driving large-scale modernization and automation initiatives. This position plays a pivotal role in transforming a 24/7 industrial production environment through innovation, safety, and next-generation electrical control systems.

If you're passionate about industrial automation, controls integration, and optimizing production through technology , this is your opportunity to lead major electrical and automation projects from concept through execution.

What You'll Do:

• Lead, design, and support plant automation projects across electrical, controls, and process systems.

• Program and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and servo systems .

• Collaborate closely with plant leadership and maintenance to drive process efficiency, quality, and reliability .

• Identify and implement automation upgrades to replace legacy systems.

• Partner with cross-functional teams on infrastructure, security access, and plant IT integration.

• Serve as a key technical resource on a major 18-month, $15M automation initiative and ongoing modernization efforts.

• Maintain documentation, compliance, and proactive safety standards under NFPA 70E .

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.

• 3+ years of experience in control systems engineering within a manufacturing or production environment.

• Proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLC/HMI applications and enterprise-level communication systems.

• Strong knowledge of VFDs, servos, and robotic platforms (ABB, Fanuc).

• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex control issues quickly and safely.

• Excellent collaboration, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• Preferred: Experience with Cognex Vision Systems, Wonderware, Genetec , AutoCAD , and Lean/Six Sigma .

Why This Role Matters:

This is a hands-on engineering role where your expertise directly impacts uptime, productivity, and automation strategy. You'll be empowered to set the electrical and controls direction for future state operations, working on high-visibility projects that define the next generation of smart manufacturing.

Why Partner with NWTS:

At Northwest Talent Solutions , we connect elite technical talent with leading-edge manufacturing organizations.
Our differentiators include:

• Precision Talent Alignment Deep industry expertise ensures you're introduced to roles that match your impact and career trajectory.

• ️ Engineering-Focused Search We specialize in technical placements where innovation, safety, and process excellence meet.

• Transparent, Candidate-Centric Partnership We value integrity, communication, and long-term relationships over transactional recruiting.

NWTS is a national search partner trusted by engineering and operations leaders to deliver the right talent at the right time without compromise.

If you're ready to apply your automation expertise to high-impact industrial transformation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of intelligent manufacturing.

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