Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.
Automation / Controls Engineer (Vision experience)
Liberty Personnel Services, Inc., Irondale, Alabama, United States
Overview
Join a regional automation team as an Automation / Controls Engineer responsible for designing, programming, commissioning, integrating, and supporting automated and robotic manufacturing equipment. This hands-on role covers both hardware and software across projects from concept through installation and post-delivery support.
Key Responsibilities
Work under the direction of the Engineering Manager and coordinate with project, sales, and mechanical teams.
Liaise directly with customers to understand requirements and deliver effective automation solutions.
Provide technical oversight for control panel wiring and system fabrication.
Design, develop, and troubleshoot electromechanical control systems.
Program and debug PLCs, HMIs, motor drives, servos, robotic controllers, vision systems, and related control devices both in the shop and onsite.
Support system run-offs and install/commission equipment to meet contractual and performance requirements.
Perform quality control inspections and ensure compliance with applicable safety and electrical codes.
Integrate, modify, and repair robotic, mechanical, and controls equipment to meet customer needs.
Maintain accurate records, documentation, and change logs for systems and site work.
Help keep the fabrication and assembly areas organized and safe; occasional light housekeeping and parts organization may be required.
Qualifications & Skills
2–4+ years’ experience in industrial controls development, troubleshooting, or programming.
Hands-on experience with PLC/HMI programming and ladder or structured text logic.
Allen Bradley, Siemens, GE and similar PLC/HMI's
Practical experience reading electrical schematics; experience producing prints is a plus.
Proven ability to integrate and troubleshoot control panels and electromechanical systems.
Strong computer literacy and clear written/verbal communication.
Experience with common commercial PLC platforms and industrial control hardware.
Comfortable working independently and as part of a team; effective at juggling multiple tasks.
Able to lift up to 50 lbs and travel to customer sites as required (occasional travel).
Must pass background and drug screening and maintain a valid U.S. driver’s license and safe driving record.
Reports to the Engineering Manager; may receive assignments from other engineering and operations leads.
Full-time, on-site role
Competitive benefits package, including retirement plan, medical/dental/vision coverage options, paid time off.
This full-time, on-site position located in Irondale, AL, requires travel up to 30% of the time.
This job description is for an on-site role in Irondale, AL. Travel up to 30% may be required. Please send a current copy of your resume with work history to pd@libertyjobs.com for consideration. All communications are 100% confidential.
Patrick DelGaone
PD@Libertyjobs.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Key Responsibilities
Work under the direction of the Engineering Manager and coordinate with project, sales, and mechanical teams.
Liaise directly with customers to understand requirements and deliver effective automation solutions.
Provide technical oversight for control panel wiring and system fabrication.
Design, develop, and troubleshoot electromechanical control systems.
Program and debug PLCs, HMIs, motor drives, servos, robotic controllers, vision systems, and related control devices both in the shop and onsite.
Support system run-offs and install/commission equipment to meet contractual and performance requirements.
Perform quality control inspections and ensure compliance with applicable safety and electrical codes.
Integrate, modify, and repair robotic, mechanical, and controls equipment to meet customer needs.
Maintain accurate records, documentation, and change logs for systems and site work.
Help keep the fabrication and assembly areas organized and safe; occasional light housekeeping and parts organization may be required.
Qualifications & Skills
2–4+ years’ experience in industrial controls development, troubleshooting, or programming.
Hands-on experience with PLC/HMI programming and ladder or structured text logic.
Allen Bradley, Siemens, GE and similar PLC/HMI's
Practical experience reading electrical schematics; experience producing prints is a plus.
Proven ability to integrate and troubleshoot control panels and electromechanical systems.
Strong computer literacy and clear written/verbal communication.
Experience with common commercial PLC platforms and industrial control hardware.
Comfortable working independently and as part of a team; effective at juggling multiple tasks.
Able to lift up to 50 lbs and travel to customer sites as required (occasional travel).
Must pass background and drug screening and maintain a valid U.S. driver’s license and safe driving record.
Reports to the Engineering Manager; may receive assignments from other engineering and operations leads.
Full-time, on-site role
Competitive benefits package, including retirement plan, medical/dental/vision coverage options, paid time off.
This full-time, on-site position located in Irondale, AL, requires travel up to 30% of the time.
This job description is for an on-site role in Irondale, AL. Travel up to 30% may be required. Please send a current copy of your resume with work history to pd@libertyjobs.com for consideration. All communications are 100% confidential.
Patrick DelGaone
PD@Libertyjobs.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr