Automation Controls Engineer

Are you a driven Automation Controls Engineer with hands-on experience in PLC-based control systems or industrial robotics? Do you thrive on developing sophisticated automation solutions that integrate PLCs, PCs, machine vision, robotics, lasers, advanced metrology systems, and more? If so, AeroSpec invites you to take the next step in your career. Join the largest automation system developer in the Southwest and be part of a team that's redefining what's possible in advanced manufacturing. Explore the opportunity.

Essential Functions

• Design and Develop Control Systems : Lead the software design and development for custom automated assembly and test equipment, from concept through customer acceptance. Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and a high-tech customer base.
• PLC Programming : Architect, write, simulate, and debug structured, modular, and well-documented ladder logic for Allen-Bradley PLCs in accordance with AeroSpec's industry-leading standards. We prioritize quality, maintainability, and long-term system reliability over "box-checking".
• HMI Development : Create intuitive and efficient operator interfaces using Allen-Bradley FactoryTalk and Inductive Automation's Ignition platforms.
• Robotics Integration : Program, simulate, and deploy a range of Fanuc robots—from compact SCARA models to high-payload (up to 1000kg) 6-axis articulated systems—to perform complex automation tasks.
• Machine Vision Systems : Develop and integrate advanced machine vision solutions using Keyence, Cognex In-Sight, and Cognex VisionPro technologies for inspection, alignment, and guidance applications.
• System Commissioning : Lead the commissioning and debugging of prototype systems incorporating diverse automation technologies including motion control, robotics, I / O, HMIs, lasers, conveyors, feeders, and precision process systems.
• Customer Support & Deployment : Support validation, final acceptance, and global deployment of automation systems. Provide occasional long-term remote and onsite support to ensure successful integration and operation at customer facilities.

Why Join AeroSpec?

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About AeroSpec

AeroSpec is a leader in design-engineer-build solutions for manufacturing. Our team creates custom manufacturing equipment for cutting edge products needed in a connected world. We create an extensive range of automation technology and solve all types of manufacturing challenges. The company is a respected leader in innovative design, engineering, manufacturing, real-time supply chain insight and logistics services to companies of all sizes in various industries working to grow their technology and manufacturing capability. Details of the company and its products can be viewed at

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