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Automation and Controls Engineer

Tri-Starr Personnel LLC

Tri-Starr Personnel LLC

San Antonio, TX, USA
Posted on Feb 26, 2026

We aren’t just building machines; we’re engineering the future. As we experience explosive growth, we are looking for a high-impact Automation & Controls Engineer to help us design and deploy cutting-edge automation for the biggest household names in the food industry.

If you thrive on seeing your work come to life in massive, high-speed production environments, this is your next big move.

Here in our manufacturing facility in San Antonio, TX, you’ll be at the heart of our innovation, designing sophisticated electrical control systems from the ground up. This isn't just maintenance—it's creation.

Here's what you will do:

  • Design and program PLC/HMI systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) for high-performance food manufacturing equipment.
  • Collaborate with mechanical geniuses to merge hardware and software into seamless, high-speed solutions.
  • Own the process from initial panel layout and schematics to on-site commissioning at world-class facilities.
  • Stay ahead of the curve by implementing the latest in VFDs, motion control, and industrial networking.

We want to talk to you if you have:

  • A BS in Electrical Engineering and 3+ years of "boots-on-the-ground" automation experience.
  • Proficiency in PLC/HMI programming and a mastery of industrial protocols like EtherNet/IP and Profinet.
  • Expert-level skills in AutoCAD Electrical and a deep understanding of sanitary design (3-A, USDA).
  • Experience with SCADA, robotics, or vision systems and a knack for UL508A panel design.

Why Join Us?

  • Your work directly affects the production lines of global, household brands.
  • We are scaling fast, meaning more opportunities for leadership and professional advancement.
  • From the design desk to the factory floor, no two days are the same.