UFP Industries · 2 days ago
Controls Engineer – Deckorators (Buffalo, NY)
Buffalo, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$85K/yr - $120K/yr
10+ years expUFP Industries, through its brand Deckorators, is a leader in composite decking and outdoor living products. The Controls Engineer will lead automation and control system development at the Buffalo facility, ensuring high-reliability automation and process efficiency through SCADA and PLC programming.
AgricultureConstructionIndustrialManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Design, program, and implement SCADA, PLC, and HMI systems to support automated manufacturing
Troubleshoot and resolve operational technology issues involving SCADA, IIoT, MES, controls, and networks
Conduct preventive maintenance, software updates, and optimization of control systems
Lead commissioning and testing of automation systems during plant startup and expansion
Partner with engineering, IT, production, and quality to improve controls reliability and process efficiency
Plan and execute system upgrades, pilots, and proofs-of-concept for new technologies
Train maintenance and operations teams on system functionality and safe controls practices
Support data acquisition, performance monitoring, and integration to improve OEE and decision-making
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Controls, or Mechatronics Engineering
10+ years of experience in industrial automation, SCADA, and PLC-based controls
Experience with PLC systems such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and Rockwell platforms
Understanding of MES, IIoT, industrial networking, and machine integration
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills in a manufacturing environment
Excellent communication skills — able to simplify technical concepts for all users
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced startup environment with changing priorities
Preferred
Proficient in Ignition 8.1 development and deployment
Benefits
Medical insurance
Health savings account with company contribution
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic and voluntary life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) plan with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Stock purchase program with employee discount
Educational reimbursement
Wellness programs and challenges
Other supplemental benefits
Company
UFP Industries
UFP Industries manufactures and sells variety of products used in residential and commercial construction such as wood decks and lumbers.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Matt Missad
Chief Executive Officer
Webster Pat
President and COO - Retired
Recent News
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