Controls Engineer

AMFT-Corry | Corry, PA
Salary: $100,000–$110,000 per year
Job Type: Full-time | On-site

About Us

Associated Spring/ AMFT- Corry manufactures high-quality spring solutions for a variety of industries. Our Corry facility is committed to safety, quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical / Controls Engineer who enjoys troubleshooting equipment, improving automation, and managing projects from planning through installation.

In this hands-on role, you will support daily manufacturing operations while helping improve the plant’s electrical systems, equipment reliability, and facility infrastructure. You will work closely with maintenance, production, and other departments to resolve technical issues and complete projects that improve safety, quality, and productivity.

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot, program, and improve PLC-based control systems, HMIs, sensors, drives, and automation equipment, including Allen-Bradley and Siemens systems.

• Maintain and improve plant electrical and control systems to support safe, reliable operations.

• Support site utilities and infrastructure, including electrical distribution, natural gas, water, compressed air, fire protection, and security systems.

• Manage capital projects, including scope development, cost estimates, project justification, vendor coordination, installation, and startup.

• Prepare and track Capital Authorization Approval Requests (CAARs) and support the plant’s capital planning process.

• Coordinate equipment installations, plant layout changes, utility upgrades, and facility modifications while minimizing production disruption.

• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including drawings, work instructions, troubleshooting guides, and project records.

• Create and manage purchase orders for engineering projects, maintenance supplies, and capital equipment while monitoring costs and delivery schedules.

• Coordinate required facility inspections and annual certifications.

• Work with maintenance and production teams to identify recurring equipment issues and implement lasting improvements.

• Complete additional engineering assignments and special projects as directed by the Maintenance Manager.

What You Bring

• At least five years of plant engineering or electrical controls experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Extensive hands-on PLC troubleshooting and programming experience.

• Experience with Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens controls, HMIs, drives, sensors, and industrial automation.

• Experience using AutoCAD and reading electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and plant layouts.

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, with attention to accuracy and detail.

• Project management experience, including coordinating vendors, budgets, schedules, and installation activities.

• The ability to prioritize daily technical needs while keeping longer-term projects moving.

• Strong communication and technical writing skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

• The ability to work independently and coordinate projects across departments.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and hands-on experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company matching

• Paid time off

• Life insurance

• Health savings account

• Flexible spending account

• Employee assistance program

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee referral program

Schedule and Location

This is an on-site position at our Corry, PA 16407 facility. 

Candidates must be able to commute reliably or relocate before their start date.
Willingness to travel up to 25% is preferred.