Senior Controls Engineer - Motion & PLC Programming

New Jersey, USA (On-site)

$120K/yr – $140K/yrFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Description

Join ProMach and shine. Whether you're creative, strategic, persuasive, or mechanically inclined, there’s a place for you here. Be a problem-solver, a closer, a futurist—whatever drives you. 

At ProMach, you'll be challenged and rewarded as you help improve packaging performance and shape the future of automation. And we’ll be proud to have you on the journey.

Are you intrigued by this work?

  • Develop & implement PLC and multi-axis motion control programs for advanced labeling systems
  • Create clear documentation to support assembly, testing, debugging, and long-term servicing of equipment
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with automation, electrical, and mechanical engineers, as well as sales teams and customers, to fully define project scope and requirements
  • Evaluate and recommend hardware and software components that best fit each project‘s needs
  • Troubleshoot & optimize complex automation systems to ensure performance, reliability, and scalability

If this sounds like you, we want to connect!

  • Education: BS in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent
  • Experience: 7+ years in controls engineering with a focus on motion control and high-speed automated machinery
  • Proven experience in multi-axis motion control programming
  • Skilled in structured text programming
  • Hands-on experience with B&R Automation Studio (required)
  • Familiarity with Allen Bradley CompactLogix and ControlLogix PLCs (preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of communication protocols: OPC-UA, Powerlink, Ethernet/IP
  • HMI programming experience (required), ideally with B&R mappView and Allen Bradley FactoryTalk SE/ME
  • Excellent debugging and troubleshooting skills for complex automation issues
  • SQL database experience (plus)
  • SCADA / MES experience (plus)
  • Results-driven with high standards
  • Organized, able to set priorities and track progress
  • Team-oriented, collaborative, and willing to share knowledge
  • Strong communicator—professional in listening, speaking, and writing
  • Analytical problem solver with a structured approach to identifying causes and generating solutions

What’s in it for you?

There's no monopoly on innovative ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people are happy and choose to build a career. 

In addition to growth opportunities, as a ProMach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. The education and experience you bring to a role with us matter. Placement within our salary range is determined based upon years of directly relatable experience for your position. These components, along with local and national compensation survey data, contribute to deciding a candidate's potential starting rate of pay. 

Total compensation includes your pay, potential short-term incentive opportunities, comprehensive medical/dental/vision programs, as well as life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off programs, a retirement savings plan with a company match, and a wellness program. And because we understand the importance of feeling protected, there is no waiting period for benefits – you are eligible on your first day of employment! 

Base Salary Range: $120,000 - $140,000

Please note that the pay ranges listed on external job boards, outside our posting details, do not accurately reflect our internal compensation ranges.

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Pro Mach, Inc. was named to the Inc. 5,000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. seven times. We continue to introduce innovative products, enter new markets, expand our global presence, and actively acquire new capabilities. 

We have the rewards, opportunities, and the market strength of a large organization combined with the entrepreneurial culture of a small, fast-paced company. You will enjoy the benefits of working with a growing company that competes globally, with the personal touch and feel of a smaller company where you can make an impact every day. 

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ProMach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pro Mach uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all new hires to work in the United States. Pro Mach is a drug-free workplace.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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Federal Mfg

Federal Mfg creates high-performance level and weight filling systems for free-flowing liquids as one of ProMach's Filling Solutions brands.Federal's history goes back to 1946 when Mr. David Fee recognized the need for a better machine for smaller, farm dairies to fill and cap glass bottles. Within two years, both 6- and 9-valve level fillers were engineered and introduced at the 1948 Dairy Show in Atlantic City.Federal's simple, hygienic, dependable filler designs made Mr. Fee’s filling systems a success from the time they were introduced.The Federal team is committed to developing innovative, high-quality, high-performance filling equipment with dependable customer service and technical support.

Founded in 1946
Waukesha, Wisconsin, USA
39 employees (2 in marketing)