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Automation Engineer

Canpack · Olyphant, PA

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Level
Engineer
Team
Controls
Travel
10%
Degree
Required
Experience asked
7+ years
Industry
Packaging
Posted
25 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level controls role at Canpack (packaging) in Olyphant, PA. Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less F 11-25 lbs F.

They ask for
7+ years · degree required
Tools it names
5S, Root cause, FDA / GMP, PLC, Robotics, Automation
Day to day
about 10% travel
Openings
4 with this title at this site

Read from the posting. The full description is below.

From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Controls Engineer roles in Pennsylvania: typical posted base $89k–$133k.

Median of the low and high ends of 9 live postings that list pay, out of 24 controls engineer openings in Pennsylvania, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Pennsylvania plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 23 other live controls postings in Pennsylvania.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $89k–$133k, from 9 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
More than usual (7+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Automation 75%
  • ✓ PLC 67%
  • ✓ Root cause 33%
  • Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 29%
  • ✓ Robotics 29%
  • Lean 25%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for 5S, FDA / GMP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 7+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Lifts up to 10 lbs

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This plant: Canpack in Olyphant

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Full description from CanpackAs posted on their careers site.Show

Position Summary

Ensure sustained reliability and optimal performance of production machinery by leading advanced

interventions, diagnostics, and maintenance initiatives related to automation systems. Serve as

technical expert and mentor, promoting best practices, knowledge sharing, and continuous

improvement.

Essential Functions/Key Deliverables

  • ◆Conducting advanced diagnostics and performance analysis of automation systems to

ensure long-term reliability and support strategic maintenance planning.

  • ◆Supervising and executing complex automation interventions, including installation,

modernization, and optimization of systems and control circuits.

  • ◆Developing and implementing preventive maintenance strategies for key automation

infrastructure, ensuring compliance with reliability and safety standards.

  • ◆Supervising and auditing the condition of automation installations, identifying systemic

risks, and recommending corrective and improvement actions.

  • ◆Resolving complex automation failures using advanced diagnostic techniques and

coordinating cross-functional response efforts.

  • ◆Conducting root cause analysis and implementing permanent corrective actions for

recurring automation system failures.

  • ◆Modifying and optimizing control programs to improve process safety, quality, or

efficiency.

  • ◆Ensuring accurate documentation and reporting of all activities in accordance with

company standards.

  • ◆Adhering to GMP principles, maintaining order according to 5S and continuous

improvement methodologies.

  • ◆Performing other duties as assigned by supervisor, in line with the scope of the position

and employment agreement.

  • ◆Acting as a technical expert and mentor, providing training and knowledge transfer to

junior automation staff and maintenance personnel.

  • ◆Participating in strategic projects and modernization initiatives, collaborating with

engineering and reliability teams to improve plant performance and energy efficiency.

  • ◆Installs and configures new hardware and software and provide user training and

support as necessary

Knowledge/Skills/Experience

  • ✓Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • ✓Minimum 7 years of experience in advanced automation, system integration, and

process optimization within industrial or manufacturing environments

  • ✓Expert-level understanding of preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
  • ✓Deep expertise in safety procedures, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.
  • ✓Technical proficiency in interpreting production machinery documentation.
  • ✓Advanced expertise in PLC, SCADA, robotics, and system integration.
  • ✓Comprehensive knowledge of industry standards and ability to ensure full compliance

across operations.

  • ✓Strong capability to apply and lead Continuous Improvement initiatives, driving

efficiency and reliability improvements.

Physical Demands

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.

O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less F 11-25 lbs F

Push/Pull 10 lbs or less F 11-25 lbs F

Stand O

Walk O

Sit O

Manually Manipulate O

Reach Outward O

Reach Above Shoulder O

Climb O

Crawl O

Squat or Kneel O

Bend O

Other Physical

Requirements

Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth)

Sense of Sound - Ability to understand conversational speaking

Sense of Touch

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - per safety guidelines

Mobility to cover expansive manufacturing environment

Work Environment

Ability to work in an environment that can become very hot (temperature) depending on the weather.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

essential functions

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Job Title Automation Engineer

Department Maintenance/Engineering

Reports to Electrical Manager

Employment Status Regular, Full-Time

FLSA Classification Exempt

Shift Day

Location USA – Olyphant, PA (greater Scranton, PA Area)

Travel 5 – 10%

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