Full-Time

Industrial Automation Engineer Technician

Posted on 2/10/2026

Deadline 3/2/27
Impact Guard

Impact Guard

11-50 employees

Manufactures continuous-fiber reinforced thermoplastic panels

No salary listed

Leetsdale, PA, USA

In Person

Category
Electrical Engineering (1)
Requirements
  • Education: High School Diploma; Associate Degree preferred.
  • Experience: 0-3 years
  • Ignition software is required
  • Advanced proficiency with personal computers including Microsoft Office, configuration, networking, IP addresses, etc.
  • Possess electrical aptitude and willingness to perform hands on work
  • Experience reading and interpreting manuals and electrical drawings required
  • Skills: Ability to understand and interpret scope of work for specific tasks
  • Ability to follow work direction and prioritize assigned tasks
  • Ability to perform mathematical calculations, graphing, and scaling accurately
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to work well both independently and as a team
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Willingness to stretch current abilities to learn new skills
  • Physical/mental requirements: Plant environment
  • Keyboarding, lifting, standing, bending, walking
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Responsibilities
  • Perform PLC and HMI programming with Ignition software, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting on machines, production lines, conveyor systems, etc.
  • Integrate various instrumentations such as pressure sensors, load cells, flow meters, etc.
  • Work safely in proximity to a variety of voltages such as 24VDC, 120VAC, 480VAC, single phase and 3-phase.
  • Interpret electrical drawings and documentation for custom machines, systems, and products.
  • Configure controls components such as VFDs, servo drives, machine vision systems, robot controllers, field IO racks, etc.
  • Properly use manuals for proper installation, programming, and troubleshooting of components.
  • Create OEM manuals, documentation, SOPs, etc.
  • Conduct operator training and technical instruction for users.
  • Collaborate with team members as needed to identify and solve issues.
  • Provide troubleshooting to follow a problem to the source and solve the issue.
  • Ensure installed products meet quality and scope expectations.
  • Follow quality control standards and check lists.
  • Learn to recognize and communicate design changes to team members.
  • Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and updated technology.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Siemens PLC and HMI software preferred
  • Working experience with Python or other programming languages preferred
  • Possess relevant programming certifications or coursework preferred
  • Associate Degree preferred

Impact Guard manufactures large-format fiber-reinforced thermoplastic panels and sheets, including IMPACT GUARD and IMPACT BOARD, made from continuous fiberglass-reinforced polypropylene copolymer. The panels use unidirectional fiberglass layups oriented at 90 degrees to tailor stiffness and strength, with formats up to 108 inches wide and the ability to be drilled or cut with standard tools. They combine high strength-to-weight, impact resistance, moisture and corrosion resistance, and thermal stability for uses in trailer walls, flooring, agricultural equipment, hurricane shutters, and ballistic panels. The company differentiates itself by offering affordable continuous-fiber technology and customized, engineered composites in large sizes across multiple markets, rather than relying on traditional small-scale or generic materials. Its goal is to give customers strong, lightweight, durable materials at a lower cost and broaden the use of continuous-fiber composites across industries.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Leetsdale, Pennsylvania

Founded

2011

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Rivian specifies fiber-reinforced thermoplastics for electric truck trailers, cutting weight 30%.
  • ASTM F3496-25 certifies panels for ballistic DoD contracts up to $500M annually.
  • Winnebago adopts 108-inch sheets for RV curved walls, reducing assembly 25%.

What critics are saying

  • USA Machine Guards' ImpactGuard trademark causes customer confusion in 3-6 months.
  • Florida IMPACT GUARD LLC erodes brand exclusivity, diverting leads in 6-12 months.
  • BASF Ultrasint PA11 CF obsoletes fiberglass-polypropylene in 18-36 months.

What makes Impact Guard unique

  • Impact Guard produces 114-inch wide continuous fiberglass-reinforced polypropylene panels.[2][5]
  • Founded in 2011, operates 155,000 sq ft facility in Leetsdale, Pennsylvania.[1]
  • Customizable stiffness via 90-degree ply orientation for transportation and agriculture.

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Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Flexible Schedule

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Particularly none

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