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Location: Pawcatuck, CT / Syracuse, NY

We’re looking for an Automation Engineer – Drives & Controls to join a high-performing team focused on modernizing and supporting drive and control systems for web converting equipment. This role is ideal for someone with deep technical expertise in PLC/HMI programming and drive system integration — especially in retrofit or legacy environments.

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive Base Salary + Annual Bonus

• Paid Overtime – Earn straight time pay for hours over 45/week

• 401(k) with Automatic Company Contribution

• Full Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, PTO, holidays

• Relocation Assistance Available

What You’ll Do:

• Develop robust PLC programs using ladder logic, function block diagrams, and flowcharts

• Design and deploy HMI applications tailored to web converting systems

• Configure and troubleshoot PLC network architectures

• Integrate and support AC/DC drive systems — including legacy hardware

• Conduct in-house system/software testing and validation

• Provide on-site and remote technical support for installations and commissioning

• Collaborate with sales on system evaluations and contribute to technical proposals and documentation

• Work cross-functionally with engineering, service, and operations teams

• Contribute to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and EHS&S compliance initiatives

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

• 7+ years of experience in automation or controls engineering

• Strong programming experience with Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs

• Hands-on expertise with AC/DC drive systems, AutoCAD, and supervisory controls

• Solid understanding of industrial control networks

• Bonus: Experience with web handling or converting equipment

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex systems

• Excellent communication and documentation abilities

• Proficiency with:

  • Windows OS & Microsoft Office

  • Ladder Logic

  • Function Block Programming

  • HMI Configuration

  • Drive interface & programming tools

This is a great opportunity to play a key role in supporting and advancing automation systems used around the world. If you enjoy tackling technical challenges and collaborating across departments, we’d love to hear from you!

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