Automation Controls Engineer

Full time | Progressive Staffing LLC | United States

Posted On 02/19/2026

$95,000 - $140,000 annually depending on experience

Work Experience 5+ years

Manufacturing

City East Aurora

State/Province New York

AUTOMATION CONTROLS ENGINEER (Permanent) Our client, an established internation organization with roots in WNY (located in the South Towns), is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity with room for professional development. This role reports directly to the Director of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering.

Responsibilities:

• Develop cost-effective automation and manufacturing systems including, but not limited to, industrial controls, robotics, material handling, RFID, automated assembly, etc.
• Analyze current systems to design, create, and implement improvements in manufacturing operations
• Identify opportunities for automation to improve efficiency and production yield
• Research and present new automation technology and equipment, identifying benefits and positive outcomes that would result from its implementation
• Participate in the purchase of such equipment/technology, ensuring unique specifications are met
• Collaborate with internal and external team members on various engineering and operations projects to ensure successful completion under tight deadlines
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, provide valuable insight into problems, offer clear solutions
• Participate in the implementation of new equipment/technology to reduce the impact on continuing production
• Complete special projects as needed
• Other duties as assigned/as necessary

Details:

• Position is full-time, direct hire
• Up to 10% travel possible when researching new systems
• $95,000 - $140,000 annually depending on experience + sign-on bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision, flexible PTO package, annual profit sharing (approx. 2%-5%), 401k with match ($0.50 up to 10% + additional 2%-5% company contribution based on age), Life/Disability, Stock options, FSA/HSA, Employee Assistance Plans (EAP), Tuition Assistance
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related Technical field required
• 5-7 years’ experience in industrial automation, control systems, & robotics programming
• Lean Manufacturing experience is a plus
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems/software, automation technology, and electromechanical systems
• Control system software, PLC programming, and SCADA experience required
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated
• Relocation assistance available for anyone outside of 50 miles of facility
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States;
  Visa sponsorship is not available