Sr. Automation Controls Engineer

Clinton, PA


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Type: Direct-Hire

Category: Engineering

Reference ID: 10066732

Shortcut: http://addisongroup.gosnaphop.com/7bmPZI


Senior Automation Controls & Vision Engineer

Travel: Up to 25% (including international)

Salary range: $95000 - $130000 / Year Plus Annual Bonus 15%

Local: Pittsburgh, PA

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, and 401K. In addition ESP Plan, and Tuition Reimbursement.


About Us

Our Client is a global medical technology company dedicated to improving the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of health care. Their innovative solutions address advanced hospital technologies, plasma collection systems, and products that enable labs and centers to collect high-demand blood components.


Position Summary

The Senior Automation Controls & Vision Engineer leads the design, integration, and optimization of advanced automation and vision-based inspection systems across our global manufacturing operations. This role partners closely with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Software Engineering to deploy high-performance, defect-detection and quality control solutions.


Key Responsibilities

  • Integrate and optimize machine vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, Teledyne, SICK, Fanuc, KUKA, Dalsa).
  • Configure lighting, lensing, positioning, and vibration control to ensure inspection reliability.
  • Design and program Allen-Bradley PLC systems (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, FactoryTalk).
  • Develop HMIs, safety interlocks, and integrated automation architectures.
  • Program and integrate Epson and/or ABB robots (preferred).
  • Lead projects from concept through validation and deployment.
  • Drive continuous improvement, Industry 4.0, and data-driven manufacturing initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, or related field preferred).
  • 5+ years of experience in automation controls and/or vision system engineering.
  • Strong Allen-Bradley PLC programming expertise.
  • Hands-on machine vision setup and optimization experience.
  • Programming experience in C++ or Python.
  • Medical device manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Lean/Six Sigma certification a plus.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.


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