Controls Engineer

What You'll Be Doing Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, servos, and AC/DC drives Support panel builds, system integration, debugging, and system testing Participate in on-site startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting Work closely with technicians, vendors, and internal engineering teams Interface with customers during project execution and startup when needed What We're Looking For This role is best suited for a well-rounded controls engineer who can contribute across the full automation lifecycle with minimal ramp-up. The team is looking for someone who is comfortable both designing systems and supporting real-world startup and troubleshooting.

Key capabilities include:

PLC programming from scratch and independent troubleshooting (Rockwell / Allen-Bradley preferred) HMI development and configuration Motion control integration including servos, VFDs, I/O, instrumentation, and field device integration Electrical design including schematics, control panel layouts, and BOM development Experience using AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar design tools Commissioning experience including startup, debugging, and field support Minimum Requirements 5+ years of experience wiring and building electrical control panels from prints Hands-on experience with small-gauge wire soldering and proper termination techniques Strong understanding of industrial control panel construction Experience requiring high attention to detail in electrical or controls work Comfortable using basic computer tools (Word, documentation systems, file management) Strong ownership mindset and pride in quality of work What You Bring to the

Team:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in control systems engineering in a continuous and/or discrete manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated electrical and control system engineering capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to provide solutions to basic project and process engineering problems.
• Solid knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI applications (including programming) along with communications within enterprise and control networked systems.
• Must be able to read/understand electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Demonstrated knowledge in the application of the

NFPA 70E

Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace - arc flash energy and shock hazards.

• Demonstrated success managing projects $50k - $200k
• Demonstrated capabilities in working collaboratively with internal and external engineering resources.
• Must possess good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated drive and initiative to complete assigned tasks and investigate and seek out improvement opportunities.

Pay:

From $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Experience:

Engine controls: 5 years (Required)

Language:

English (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Fairfield, OH 45014 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Fairfield, OH 45014: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person