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Eng II Programmer

  • HOPKINSVILLE, KY, United States

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Experience
3-5 years of experience supporting industrial automation, controls engineering, or advanced manufacturing systems.
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
  • 3-5 years of experience supporting industrial automation, controls engineering, or advanced manufacturing systems.

Technical Skills

  • Experience programming and troubleshooting PLC and HMI platforms including:
  • Omron
  • Allen-Bradley / Rockwell
  • Mitsubishi
  • Pro-face
  • Knowledge of:
  • Servo systems and motion control
  • Industrial networking and communication protocols
  • Robotics integration and automated equipment
  • Machine vision systems
  • Experience with machine vision and sensor technologies including:
  • Cognex
  • Keyence
  • SICK
  • Banner
  • Balluff
  • Turck
  • Ability to develop and troubleshoot:
  • PLC ladder logic
  • Structured Text
  • HMI applications
  • SQL databases and data collection systems
  • Experience with electrical system design, controls architecture, and industrial equipment integration.
  • Understanding of manufacturing automation, process controls, and smart factory technologies.
  • AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, or equivalent design software experience preferred.

Professional Skills

  • Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis abilities.
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Ability to lead technical projects from concept through implementation.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
  • Experience training and mentoring maintenance and production personnel.

Key Responsibilities

Automation & Controls Development

  • Design, develop, and implement automation and control solutions for manufacturing equipment and processes.
  • Program, modify, and optimize PLC, HMI, machine vision, and motion control systems.
  • Support the integration of robotics, sensors, and automated inspection technologies.

Equipment & System Improvement

  • Improve equipment reliability, productivity, quality, and safety through innovative automation solutions.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend implementation opportunities that support smart manufacturing initiatives.
  • Lead automation upgrades and retrofit projects.

New Equipment & Product Launch Support

  • Support design reviews, equipment installations, commissioning, and startup activities.
  • Collaborate with suppliers, contractors, and internal teams during equipment integration projects.
  • Lead controls and automation activities for new product introductions and equipment launches.

Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement

  • Perform root cause analysis on equipment and process failures.
  • Develop long-term corrective actions that improve system performance and reduce downtime.
  • Support manufacturing and maintenance teams with advanced troubleshooting and technical guidance.

Project Leadership

  • Manage automation and controls projects from concept through completion.
  • Create and maintain electrical drawings, documentation, standards, and technical specifications.
  • Participate in critical design and process reviews.

Team Development

  • Train and mentor maintenance, engineering, and production personnel on automation technologies and equipment operation.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and technical excellence.

Why Join Us?

  • Work with advanced automation, machine vision, and smart manufacturing technologies.
  • Opportunity to influence future manufacturing systems and equipment design.
  • High-impact role driving productivity, quality, and innovation.
  • Collaborative environment where electrical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing disciplines work together to solve challenging engineering problems.
More about this job

Skills

  • Mechatronics
  • Electrical engineering
  • Robotics
  • Apply advanced manufacturing
  • Troubleshooting
  • PLC
  • HMI
  • Allen-Bradley
  • Communication skills
  • Troubleshoot
  • Ladder Logic
  • SQL
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Industrial software
  • Root cause analysis
  • Collaboration
  • Work independently
  • Coaching
  • Control systems
  • Inspection
  • Process improvement
  • Leadership
  • Documentation
  • Automation technology

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