PLC Controls Engineer (Allen Bradley) Job at The Judge Group, Grand Prairie, TX

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  • The Judge Group
  • Grand Prairie, TX

Job Description

Job Title: Controls and Automation Engineer

Location: Grand Prairie, TX

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Shift: Second Shift | 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM CT | Typically 6 days/week

Salary: $100,000–$115,000 annually + Overtime Eligible

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree (Required)

No visa transfers or sponsorship available, no OPT/CPT/F1 visas

Seeking locally based Texas candidates for this role!

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Controls and Automation Engineer to join our manufacturing team in Grand Prairie, TX. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and troubleshooting factory-based electrical control systems and automation equipment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with PLCs, HMI design, and industrial automation systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and troubleshoot electrical control systems and machinery.
  • Program and support PLC-based hardware/software (e.g., Allen-Bradley).
  • Test and maintain electronic equipment used in manufacturing and power transmission.
  • Troubleshoot electrical issues on conveyor systems, motors, drives, and pumps.
  • Use CAD and engineering software for design and documentation.
  • Evaluate and improve existing systems for reliability and performance.
  • Develop and modify operator interfaces and automation platforms.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA and NFPA-70E safety standards.
  • Supervise and guide maintenance technicians as needed.
  • Analyze production requirements and implement cost-effective solutions.
  • Perform technical calculations for electrical and robotic systems.
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
  • Support the build and validation of automation systems including pneumatics, servos, VFDs, relays, and robotic integration.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field.
  • Minimum 2+ years of experience in Electrical Controls/System Engineering.
  • Proficiency in ladder logic programming (Allen-Bradley: PLC5, SLC, ControlLogix 5000–5580).
  • Experience with HMI design tools (FactoryTalk View, Ignition, Wonderware, LabVIEW).
  • Familiarity with Ethernet/IP and basic networking.
  • Knowledge of plant power distribution and motor control systems.
  • Understanding of robotic programming and teach points.

Preferred Skills

  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and in team environments.
  • Excellent communication and multitasking skills.
  • Proactive and resourceful in high-output settings.

To Apply:

Please send your resume to kbarrymore@judge.com

Job Tags

Full time, Visa sponsorship, Shift work, Afternoon shift,

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