Automation Control Engineer

Walrath Recruiting, Inc.
US
Remote

Job Description

Salary: $80,000-$130,000

Job Title: Automation & Control Systems Engineer

Job #: 1C

Location: Albany, NY

Category: Manufacturing/Engineering

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

Description:

Our client is currently seeking an Automation and Control Systems Engineer to join their team. This is a full-time, permanent position with incredible benefits.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Establishment of control system architectures, strategies for machines, processes, and automation systems.
  • Work alongside engineering teams.
  • Develop, document, and implement software for control systems, including hands-on commissioning and debugging.
  • Act as a point of contact for suppliers and customers.
  • Travel as required for support services at customer facilities.
  • The identification and rectification of control-related issues.
  • Ensure the operations sections of maintenance manuals are consistently updated.
  • Contribute to troubleshooting, project planning, and maintaining documentation for control systems.

Qualifications:

  • A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Systems Engineering is required.
  • 5+ years of experience in control systems engineering is preferred.
  • Familiarity with programming commercial robots (ABB, Fanuc, Kuka) and designing electrical schematics; AutoCAD experience preferred.
  • Ability to read mechanical drawings and understand hydraulic/pneumatic schematics.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent time and project management abilities.
  • Skilled in MS Office Suite with a solid understanding of computer hardware, system architecture, and communications.
  • Demonstrates professionalism, enthusiasm, and a sense of urgency.

Hours & Benefits:

  • M -F 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM
  • In-Person
  • PTO
  • Health, Dental, & Vision insurance
  • 401K & Profit Sharing

Skills & Requirements

Technical Skills

Control systems engineeringProgramming commercial robots (abb, fanuc, kuka)Designing electrical schematicsAutocadMechanical drawingsHydraulic/pneumatic schematicsMs office suiteComputer hardwareSystem architectureCommunicationsWritten and verbal communicationTime and project managementManufacturingEngineering

Salary

$80,000 - $130,000

year

Employment Type

FULL TIME

Level

senior

Posted

4/9/2026

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