Automation Controls Engineer

Masco Corporation • Santa Ana, CA

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About The Position

To thrive as an Automation Controls Engineers, you'll need a strong blend of technical expertise, hands-on experience, and multi-functional collaboration. You will be expected to program and provide maintenance of PLCs, controls, and robotic systems that power our Operations team. If you’re looking for a role that offers the opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-paced, tech-forward environment, then this is the role for you! In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with maintenance mechanics, operations, and engineering teams to own the building, installation, and optimization of automated systems. You'll lead process improvements and bring innovative automation solutions to life - solving complex challenges to keep operations running efficiently. Success in this position requires strong communication, project management, and hands-on technical skills, as you’ll work both independently and cross-functionally to deliver impactful results.

Requirements

• Strong communication, project management, and hands-on technical skills
• A completed high school education or GED is required
• Occasional out-of-state travel (up to 10%) to support exciting multi-site projects.
• Some weekends or holidays may be needed to keep critical operations and projects on track.

Nice To Haves

• Current work with innovative technology is preferred. (i.e: Rockwell Allen Bradley PLCs, Studio 5000, RSLogix 500, FactoryTalk, Cognex, Keyence, and Fanuc Robots).
• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of automation systems.
• Install, program, and fine-tune PLCs, HMIs, and control systems to keep production running at peak performance.
• Be the go-to troubleshooter and quickly resolve technical issues - provide hands-on support for automated operations equipment.
• Lead process innovation - support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives with strong project management skills.
• Assist in sourcing and integrating new automation equipment for material handling, processing, and packaging.
• Keep systems secure and organized.
• Maintain documentation and ensure critical data backups are always up to date.
• Develop and test new programs for control processors and HMIs, and refine existing ones to meet evolving needs.

Benefits

• Kickstart your journey with us and receive a $2,000 sign-on bonus!
• Accrue 15 paid days of vacation time off the first year plus sick days.
• Competitive salary + performance-based incentives.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% match.
• Annual retirement profit sharing payments.
• Competitive health plans for individuals and families.
• Check out behr.com/careers to view a comprehensive list of our benefits and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees