Automation Engineer
Company: Morgan Engineering Systems Inc
Location: Alliance
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Automation Controls Engineer Position Summary: For more than 150
years, Morgan has been committed to offering world class solutions
for the metals industry. At Morgan, we position our customers for
success by collaborating with them to enhance safety, improve
efficiency, and deliver value through the world’s most advanced
material handling systems—while building a better future for our
employees and community. We are seeking a full-time Automation
Controls Engineer to join our growing team in Alliance, Ohio. This
role is essential in designing and developing advanced controls
solutions for existing and new automated manufacturing cells, with
a strong focus on heavy industrial environments. The successful
candidate will champion the full lifecycle of controls design,
development, commissioning, and ongoing technical support—ensuring
innovation and quality are standard in every project. Join our team
to help us fulfill our vision: To challenge the possibilities of
today by thinking differently. Responsibilities: Define and
implement solutions for industrial system requirements, including
developing detailed system specifications for drive and automation
systems. Design and test control software for PC, Allen Bradley,
and Siemens PLC-based systems used in applications such as overhead
cranes, metal rolling, strip processing, rod/bar mills, water
treatment and gantry material handling cells. Select and evaluate
electronic components, sensors, and suppliers for each project.
Program PLCs, using Ladder Logic, or Function Block Diagram to meet
all functional requirements. Recommend changes to unit and
integration of test plan elements as necessary. Perform network
connectivity troubleshooting and support projects during factory
acceptance testing and commissioning. Provide technical assistance
to manufacturing and maintenance teams to solve chronic or complex
issues. Adapt existing PLC projects to meet specific customer
applications. Collaborate with Electrical Project Engineers and
other teams to develop custom solutions. Must be willing to travel
as needed. Must be willing and able to work at heights ranging from
30’ to 300’. Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in electrical
engineering, or a relevant technical field required. Equivalent
professional experience will be considered. 3years of experience
designing, commissioning, and maintaining industrial drive and
automation systems for heavy industrial applications. Minimum 1
year of experience programming programmable logic controllers
(PLCs). Experience with Rockwell FactoryTalk software suite (Studio
5000, Administration Console, Transaction Manager, View Studio, FT
Directory, NGT2, Optix). Experience with Siemens TIA Portal
software suite (STEP 7, WinCC, Startdrive , Unified ). Experience
with SQL or other database languages preferred. Strong
communication skills, keen attention to detail, and demonstrated
problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Solid understanding
of structured programming principles. Benefits: Competitive wages
Comprehensive benefits package, including: Health insurance Dental
insurance Vision insurance Life insurance 401(K) 401(K) matching
Paid time off About Morgan: www.morganengineering.com . Disclaimer:
Morgan Engineering provides equal employment opportunities to all
employees and applicants for employment and prohibits
discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,
color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,
genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by
federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and
conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement,
promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of
absence, compensation, and training.
Keywords: Morgan Engineering Systems Inc, Lorain , Automation Engineer, Engineering , Alliance, Ohio
