Controls Engineer

Cambridge, MA
job summary:
Controls Engineer needed for an awesome direct hire opportunity north of Boston, MA. Our well established organization is seeking a person with a BSEE, a great background in Allen Bradley, and the drive to manage all aspects of plant controls and electrical systems to include electrical design, PLC/HMI programming, as well as the interpretation and creation of control schematics using AutoCAD Electrical.

The right person will have an enthusiastic personality, a proven passion for industrial automation and the drive for being proactive for innovation! The best fit for this role will be a person that shows exceptional communication skills along with the ability to thrive in a team environment. Other technical skills include the knowledge of using AB FactoryTalk View, AutoCAD Electrical, and experience programming using: Siemens, B and R, Schneider, Omron, Beckhoff, and AutomationDirect controllers

Does this sound like you? Apply now for immediate consideration!

Benefits include; Medical, Dental, 401K, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending and Much more!

location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
job type: Permanent
salary: $115,000 - 148,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

  • Manage all aspects of plant controls and electrical systems to include electrical design, PLC/HMI programming, as well as the interpretation and creation of control schematics using AutoCAD Electrical.

  • Design, build and maintain automated conveyor and packaging equipment, robotic cells, industrial communications networks, etc

  • Oversee electrical team: design, draft, red-line, & organize wiring schematics and system drawings

  • Troubleshoot and adjust PLC and HMI programs

  • Professionally interact with internal and external stakeholders sharing technical expertise for plant processes and improvements
Qualifications

  • BSEE along with 5+ years related experience within industrial automation using Allen Bradley PLC Programming Software, FactoryTalk View

  • Experience using AutoCAD Electrical for creation of control schematics

  • Proven knowledge PLC/HMI programming for automated conveyor and packaging equipment

  • Knowledge of good manufacturing practices is key Food industry a plus!

  • Must have a proven enthusiastic personality and an obvious passion for industrial automation with the ability to share new ideas across many levels of stakeholders.

  • Experience programming using Siemens, B and R, Schneider, Omron, Beckhoff, AutomationDirect controllers is a huge plus!

  • Proven computer skills including the use of MS Word, Outlook, Excel and scheduling tools.
qualifications:

  • Experience level: Experienced
  • Minimum 5 years of experience
  • Education: Bachelors (required)

skills:
  • Controls
  • Automation
  • PLC
  • Allen Bradley
  • PLC Programming
  • BSEE
  • AutoCAD Electrical
  • Controls
  • Industrial Machinery
  • Manufacturing
  • MS Office Suite


    Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

    At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].


    Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).


    This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

    It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Posted 2026-01-08

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