Lead Controls Engineer

Orchard Park, New York, USA, 14127Full-time$97k–$143k2026-10-09 → 2026-11-09

On-siteNo visa sponsorship

Core

Design, develop, and maintain electrical and semi-automated manufacturing systems, PLC/HMI solutions, and SCADA systems for aerospace production operations.

Role type

Lead Manufacturing Engineer (Controls)

Builds

Production equipment, control systems, and safety systems for aerospace manufacturing.

Domain

Aerospace manufacturing / Industrial Automation

Required skills

PLC programming, HMI configuration, SCADA system design, electrical circuit design, root cause analysis, preventive maintenance, system commissioning, CAPEX planning, cross-functional collaboration

Preferred skills

Labview, Allen Bradley, SQL, Visual Basic, C#, Python, AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks, Robotic Welding, Ethernet/IP, Modbus RTU

Technologies

Rockwell, Allen Bradley, Labview, AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks, Ethernet/IP, Modbus RTU

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair production equipment control systems; Design and implement PLC/HMI solutions; Develop SCADA systems for MES; Create electrical schematics and wiring diagrams; Support continuous improvement and cost-out activities; Manage CAPEX items and equipment purchases; Provide technical training to operations teams.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

About Eaton

Eaton is a power management company made up of over 92,000 employees, doing business in more than 175 countries. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.