Hiring: Controls and Automation Engineer Company: Impact Automation, Inc. Location: Columbia, MD Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 14:23:36 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : AutoCAD, Project Management About the job Experience: •5+ years of controls or automation experience, preferably with Rockwell platforms Required Skills: •Impact Automation is looking for Junior and Senior Controls and Automation Engineers capable of performing a range of duties to support and accelerate the integration of material handling systems into customer facilities. •Developing software for PLCs, HMIs, and IPCs. •Installing, testing, and troubleshooting material handling systems. •Supporting commissioning and startup activities. •Collaborating cross-functionally with mechanical and electrical engineers, sales, and project management from project conception through post-installation support. •This is a hands-on, full-project-lifecycle role for engineers who want to see their work directly IMPACT operational success. •Program HMI systems primarily in Ignition •Assist in troubleshooting electromechanical systems Qualifications: •B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited university – OR – equivalent work experience •Demonstrated capacity to read and understand panel designs, electrical schematics, and system layouts in AutoCAD 2D •Must be detail oriented, organized, and able to meet deadlines while working with project management and other engineering groups •Occasional weekend, holiday, or overtime work may be required as part of a rotating support schedule •Industry experience with material handling equipment or systems •Mechanical design experience in Autodesk Inventor or similar design software Compensation: •Medical, dental, and vision insurance – choose from either an HSA or a PPO plan Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!