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PLC Controls Engineer

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Nesco Resource

Mason, OH (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 4 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/2/2026

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Job Description

PLC Controls Engineer II Schedule:

Typically 8 AM-5 PM (flexible), 40-60 hours/week

Interview Format:

Microsoft Teams Video Location:

Mason, OH (when not traveling) Role Summary As a PLC Controls Engineer II, you will support the commissioning and testing of automated material handling systems, including high-speed sortation, scanning, and merging applications. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career engineers to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, travel-intensive role. Key Responsibilities Assist in PLC programming, HMI development, and system commissioning Support project scope, schedule, and deliverables Collaborate with internal and external engineering teams Help develop technical documentation (QA/QC, test plans) Participate in

BUAT/UAT/FAT

testing and post-installation support Contribute to customer training and troubleshooting Perferred - US Citizen or Perm Resident not required Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field Up to 4 years of experience in controls engineering or material handling Exposure to Allen-Bradley PLCs and Wonderware Aveva Edge (or similar HMI platforms) Experience or interest in post and parcel operations (preferred) Technical Skills (Preferred)

PLC & HMI

Allen-Bradley Beckhoff Wonderware Aveva Edge FactoryTalk View Drives & Interfaces:

VFDs Cognex/SICK scanners Machine vision systems

Software Tools:

Studio 5000

RSLinx AutoCAD Electrical B&R Automation Studio Networking:

Ethernet/IP Profibus WCS integration

Other Tools:

Ignition

SOPAS SST

Profibus Config Tool Datalogic DataMan Soft Skills Willingness to travel extensively and work in dynamic environments (~90% travel) Strong communication and documentation skills Eagerness to learn and collaborate across teams

Work Expectations Travel:

~85%

Onsite:

Mason, OH when not traveling

Hours:

40-60 per week depending on project phase

Expenses:

Weekly reimbursement submission required Timekeeping SAP Fieldglass (weekly time reporting) Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services. Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #EDS014