**Automation Engineer - Drives & Controls **(95-110K)

We have an Automation Engineer - Drives & Controls opportunity available with our established automated equipment manufacturing client near the Syracuse, NY area. This is a direct hire opportunity.

Compensation & Benefits

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Attractive base salary + bonus plan
Straight time pay for any hour worked over 45 in the work week
Automatic 401K company contribution
Comprehensive benefit package includes: medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays etc.

Company Overview

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Leading Custom Original Equipment Manufacturer
Global Sales Approaching 500M
1,000+ Employees Worldwide

Your Role with the Company

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Controls Software Development

PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagrams)
HMI development
PLC network architecture
AC/DC drive configuration and legacy controls integration

Testing & Commissioning

System testing and validation
Machine startup and commissioning
Remote and on-site troubleshooting and technical support

Engineering & Project Support- Technical documentation and reports

Sales technical support and application studies
Cross functional collaboration and customer interaction throughout project execution

Background Profile

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BS in Engineering
3–5+ years of controls or automation engineering experience
Experience programming Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs
Strong knowledge of AC/DC drive systems and industrial control networks
Experience with HMI development and supervisory control systems
Familiarity with AutoCAD and industrial automation software
Ability to travel approximately 30%, including domestic and occasional international travel