Controls Engineer - Aerospace - Enfield, CT

This Controls Engineer will be responsible for designing, programming, troubleshooting, and improving industrial automation systems that support manufacturing operations. The role offers significant hands-on involvement with PLCs, HMIs, motion control, electrical design, and machine safety while driving reliability and operational excellence

Client Details

My client is a long‑established U.S. manufacturer specializing in engineered solutions for mission‑critical applications across highly regulated industries. Its products support some of the most demanding commercial and government programs, with a strong focus on quality, precision, and technical innovation.

Description

The Controls Engineer will report directly into the Engineering Manager and be responsible for:

• Design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial control systems and automation equipment.
• Develop PLC programs from the ground up using ladder logic and support modifications to existing systems.
• Configure and support HMI interfaces and operator control systems.
• Diagnose electrical and control-related issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Support commissioning, startup, and validation of new manufacturing equipment and automation systems.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, panel designs, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Implement machine safety solutions including safety relays, interlocks, emergency stops, and safety scanners.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, safety, and quality enhancements.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electronics Technology, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 5+ years of experience designing, programming, and commissioning industrial control systems.
• Advanced PLC programming experience, including developing programs from blank projects.
• Strong understanding of industrial networking and I/O systems including Digital, Analog, Fieldbus, Ethernet, and Serial communications.
• Experience with HMI development and creating intuitive operator interfaces.
• Proficiency creating electrical schematics and panel layouts using CAD software.
• Knowledge of servo systems, stepper motors, motion control, sensors, and industrial automation technologies.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and project management skills.

Job Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits plan
• Career growth opportunities
• Access to high level management
• 401K match
• Excellent work life balance

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