Automation & Controls Engineer I

Broomfield · CO · USD 78,000-97,000 / year · 1+ years experience · Full-time · Remote · Posted Oct 1, 2026

At a glance

The position is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing intermediate level automated systems and solutions to support new manufacturing or operational initiatives across NA plants.
This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities, define technical requirements, and ensure seamless integration of equipment and controls into new processes or production lines.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Engineering, CI, Maintenance, IT developers, and Quality) to execute automation projects.
Design intermediate level control systems and automation solutions that align with company standardization, project goals, and customer requirements.
Collaborate with software IT teams to ensure compatibility and future expansion of machine connectivity & data acquisition activities.
Create intermediate level project specifications that include cost savings, capex, RFQ, timeline, and resource requirements to define clear scope and transparency of projects.
Conduct FAT and SAT validations.
Train key plant personnel in automation technologies being deployed to ensure successful adoption and achieve improvement objectives.
Write, test, and debug control logic programs using IEC61131-3 and HDNA standards for PLCs, DCS, MES, and SCADA systems.
Develop HMI programs for comprehensive machine interactions.
Perform thorough testing of control systems to ensure accuracy, reliability, and safety.
Provide timely support to identify and resolve highly technical issues and malfunctions in the automation and control systems when escalated from maintenance or engineering.

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering or equivalent.
At least 1+ yrs of work experience in a manufacturing environment as a controls engineer or equivalent.
Effectively lead small to medium scale (size, scope, and complexity) projects
Coordinate multiple small to medium scale projects concurrently
Intermediate analytical and problem-solving skills.
Intermediate oral and written communication skills and the ability to present at meetings effectively
Shows strong teamwork, is self-directed, results oriented, inclusive, unselfish, and supportive.
Uses project management tools at an intermediate level to organize and prioritize tasks within a project
Travel up to 25% of time to customer sites, manufacturing facilities, and vendor locations (domestic and international)

Intermediate level experience with Omron Sysmac Studio, Allen Bradley Studio 5000, and Beckhoff TC3 (desired).
Desired experience with programming Cobot (collaborative robots) and machine/operator integration.