--- title: Automation & Controls Engineer Manufacturing Equipment description: Contract Pharmacal is hiring for the Automation & Controls Engineer Manufacturing Equipment role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/automation-and-controls-engineer-manufacturing-equipment-at-contract-pharmacal-corp-01a0e011-7237-76ad-831d-a15e08e7fb8d date: 2026-09-28T20:57:36Z og_description: Join Contract Pharmacal as Automation & Controls Engineer Manufacturing Equipment in Hauppauge, NY. Pays $90K–$140K per year. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/xfkbne.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Contract Pharmacal | | **Location** | Hauppauge, NY | | **Salary** | $90K/yr - $140K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Sep 26, 2026 | ## Description We are seeking a hands-on Automation & Controls Engineer to support, troubleshoot, and improve a wide range of manufacturing equipment in a regulated pharmaceutical environment. This role is ideal for mechanically inclined problem-solvers who enjoy being on the production floor, working directly with machines, controls, and electrical systems – not behind a desk. Job Type: Full-Time Location: Hauppauge, NY Works Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00AM – 4:00PM Pay Range: $90,000 - $140,000 per year, depending on experience Start Date: ASAP **What makes this role exciting:** - A true automation playground – work hands-on with a wide variety of manufacturing equipment, controls platforms, and technologies in a complex pharmaceutical environment. - Real impact, real machines – you’ll diagnose, fix, and improve equipment that directly supports production, quality, and reliability – not abstract or purely digital systems. - High visibility & ownership – your expertise will be relied on across maintenance, engineering, and operations, with meaningful input into equipment improvements and upgrades. - Constant learning & challenge – no two days look the same; you’ll be exposed to diverse machinery, evolving technology, and new technical challenges. - Hands-on engineering – ideal for mechanically curious problem-solvers who prefer being on the floor, working with equipment, over desk-only work. **Why Join CPC?** At CPC, you’ll be part of a team that has set the standard in pharmaceutical development and contract manufacturing since 1971, helping bring high-quality OTC, dietary supplement, and prescription products to market faster and safer than ever. We pride ourselves on quality as a core value, innovative problem-solving, and a collaborative culture where everyone plays a role in advancing formulation and manufacturing excellence. CPC offers an inclusive, respectful workplace with opportunities to grow your skills and career while working with cutting-edge technologies and serving leading global brands. With a commitment to employee success, competitive benefits, and a culture built on teamwork and integrity, CPC is a place where your contributions truly make an impact. **Responsibilities:** In this role, you will: - Troubleshoot and resolve PLC, electrical, and control system issues across a wide range of manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and improve reliability. - Design, implement, and optimize machine control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, servos, and electrical components. - Own automation documentation and standards, maintaining current PLC/HMI programs, electrical drawings, and equipment documentation. - Collaborate closely with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to execute repairs, improvements, change control, and equipment qualification. - Mentor and guide mechanics and technicians, promoting safe work practices, strong troubleshooting skills, and first-time-right execution. **Education & Experience:** - Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. - Minimum 3 years of progressive experience supporting and improving automated manufacturing equipment. **Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:** - Mechanically curious and systems-oriented thinker - Comfortable working directly on equipment in a production environment - Enjoys variety, challenge, and continuous learning - Practical, hands-on problem solver – not purely theoretical - Hands-on experience with PLC, HMI, and servo systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi) - Experience troubleshooting electrical control panels, sensors, drives, and actuators - AutoCAD or similar electrical drafting experience preferred - Working knowledge of OSHA and NEC requirements ## Skills - Automation Engineering - PLC Programming - Allen-Bradley PLC - Problem Solving - Automation - Electrical Schematics - Electrical Systems - Control Systems - Sensor Systems - Servo Systems - Workplace Safety - AutoCAD - Continuous Learning - Change Control - Manufacturing Plant Equipment - National Electrical Code (Nec) - Actuators - Electrical Troubleshooting - Robotic Components - Electrical Engineering - Electrical Drafting - OSHA Compliance - Human-Machine Interface (Hmi) - Equipment Qualification ## How to Apply [Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/automation-and-controls-engineer-manufacturing-equipment-at-contract-pharmacal-corp-01a0e011-7237-76ad-831d-a15e08e7fb8d?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related - [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown)