What does a Controls Engineer do?

A Controls Engineer designs, programs, and maintains automated control systems including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial robots. They work in manufacturing, automotive, and process industries to optimize production and ensure system reliability.

What certifications do Controls Engineers need?

Common certifications include Rockwell Automation Certified Professional, Siemens Certified Professional, FANUC Robot certifications, ABB Robot Programming certifications, and TIA Portal certifications. Industry experience is often valued as highly as certifications.

How do I hire a Controls Engineer?

On Automate America, you can search for Controls Engineers by skill, location, and availability. Post a contract with your requirements, review applicant profiles and certifications, then connect directly or use White Glove managed services.

Austin is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.

Where is Austin located?

Austin is based in Leamington, ON.

What does Austin specialize in?

Austin works with Fanuc, Allen Bradley / Rockwell, ABB, Kawasaki and Omron as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Austin's skilled trades: Robotic Welding, AutoCAD Drafting (2D) and Implement PLC and HMI programming standards across manufacturing equipment.

How do I connect with or hire Austin?

Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Austin can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

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Austin

Contractor #48466

Primary Occupation

Controls Engineer

Leamington, ON

years of experience

#48466

Pay Rates

Industries Served

AutomotiveIndustrial AutomationShipyard IndustryOil and Gas

Languages

English

Conversational

Work History on Automate America

3yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Resume

Tenure

gold

Profile

silver

Skills

bronze

Programming Skills 8

Fanuc

ARC Mate 120iD, Dual Check Safety (DCS), Fanuc WeldPro, Handling Tool, HandlingPRO, M-2000iA/1200; /2300, M-900iB/360; /700, R-2000iC/165F; /210F; /270F, R-30iB, ROBOGUIDE, Arc Tool,

4 yrs★★★★★

Allen Bradley / Rockwell

CompactLogix, GuardLogix, RSLogix 5000, RSView Studio, Panelview, FactoryTalk View, RSLinx

3 yrs★★★★☆

ABB

IRB1200, IRC 5

2 yrs★★★★☆

Yaskawa / Motoman

YRC1000

2 yrs★★★☆☆

Kawasaki

BX200, Cubic S

1 yr★★★☆☆

Omron

1 yr★★★☆☆

Universal Robots

UR16

1 yr★★★☆☆

Siemens

TIA Portal, S7-1500, LOGO!

1 yr★★☆☆☆

Skilled Trades 3

Robotic Welding

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AutoCAD Drafting (2D)

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Implement PLC and HMI programming standards across manufacturing equipment

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Professional Competencies 6

Automated Manufacturing

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Controls Design

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Electrical Drafting

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PLC Programming

★★★★☆

robotic welding

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Simulations

★★★★★

Applications 7

Commissioning

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Controls Hardware Design

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Material Handling

★★★★★

Mig Welding

★★★★★

Simulation and OLP

★★★★★

Troubleshooting

★★★★★

Welding Cells

★★★★★

Tools, Machines & Equipment 9

Basic Electrical ToolsBasic Hand ToolsCompressorDrillDigital MultimeterCranesgrindersComputerMig welder

My Business

Company Name

Out of Reach Robotics

Service Radius & Travel

International

Work Preferences

✓Willing to Travel 60+ Miles

✓Emergency Contracts

✓Work Nights & Afternoons

✓Work Saturdays

✓Work Sundays

✓Valid Passport

Work Experience4

Controls Engineer

Quantum Technology

May 2025 – Present

Robotics and Automation Consultant

Out of Reach Robotics

Aug 2021 – Present

Automation/Robotics Specialist

Novarc Technologies

Nov 2022 – May 2025

Industrial Controls and Automation Systems Technician

Arbec

Apr 2019 – Sep 2021

Education / Training / Certificates1

Electromechanical Engineering Technician

St clair College · Automation and Robotics

What does a Controls Engineer do?: A Controls Engineer designs, programs, and maintains automated control systems including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial robots. They work in manufacturing, automotive, and process industries to optimize production and ensure system reliability.
What certifications do Controls Engineers need?: Common certifications include Rockwell Automation Certified Professional, Siemens Certified Professional, FANUC Robot certifications, ABB Robot Programming certifications, and TIA Portal certifications. Industry experience is often valued as highly as certifications.
How do I hire a Controls Engineer?: On Automate America, you can search for Controls Engineers by skill, location, and availability. Post a contract with your requirements, review applicant profiles and certifications, then connect directly or use White Glove managed services.
What does Austin do?: Austin is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Austin located?: Austin is based in Leamington, ON.
What does Austin specialize in?: Austin works with Fanuc, Allen Bradley / Rockwell, ABB, Kawasaki and Omron as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Austin's skilled trades: Robotic Welding, AutoCAD Drafting (2D) and Implement PLC and HMI programming standards across manufacturing equipment.
How do I connect with or hire Austin?: Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Austin can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.