Sr. Automation Controls Engineer
About The Position
At Oregon Tool, Inc., every Team Member drives our success. Your growth fuels our progress, empowering you to take initiative, share your ideas, and help shape what’s next. With a long history of innovation and a pioneering spirit, we’re a global team built on humility, grit, and collaboration – where every voice is valued and every contribution matters. If you’re ready to bring your perspective and thrive in a people-first culture, join us and make an impact. HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT As a subject matter expert and innovator, the Senior Automation Controls Engineer develops and delivers elegant solutions to highly complex equipment design and manufacturing technology projects at our global locations. Within the FLAG Advanced Manufacturing team, which supports our global manufacturing and distribution sites, this position is expected to continue advancing our manufacturing capabilities, capacity, quality, reliability, and safety. As a senior-level engineer, this position is expected to execute controls system projects from concept through design and programming, manufacturing start-up, and lifecycle support.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Control Systems, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering required, with consideration for other engineering disciplines if backed by relevant industry experience.
- Minimum of 5-8 years of experience designing equipment for high-volume production environments, programming PLCs, HMIs, and integrating vision systems and robotics into custom manufacturing cells.
- Strong expertise in selecting and configuring circuit protection, wiring, cabling, sensors, and hardware, including safety and motion control devices.
- Proficient in interpreting system electrical schematics using CAD software (AutoCAD), and knowledgeable in closed loop controls, instrumentation, and process control systems (PLC, HMI, SCADA).
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems analytically, collaborate with global teams, and communicate technical concepts effectively in both written and oral formats
Responsibilities
- Lead and execute control system projects, designing innovative solutions using technologies like PLCs, machine vision, sensors, and robotics to advance global manufacturing processes.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives by collaborating with internal teams, suppliers, and system integrators, applying Lean and Six Sigma principles to enhance equipment and processes.
- Maintain clear communication through formal and informal documentation, while mentoring and supporting teams on project timelines, customer service, and technical recommendations.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits available on day one (no waiting period)
- 401k matching (100% of first 3%, 50% of next 3% = 4.5% match on 6% contribution)
- Retirement Savings Plus Plan
- Earn up to 120 hours vacation during your first year of service
- Paid holidays and one paid Community Involvement Day available per calendar year
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Global company with small company feel
- Casual work attire
- Complimentary snack and coffee/tea to keep you fueled
- Onsite cafeteria offering a variety of convenient options
- Onsite Physical Therapist
- Onsite Fitness center
- Public Transit access
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
