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Job Description
Title:
Controls Engineer Comp:
$80,000-$115,000
Location:
Anderson, IN (Onsite) Our client is seeking immediate assistance in identifying a candidate for a Controls Engineer direct hire position in the Anderson, IN area.
Responsibilities:
Design and implement electrical, pneumatic, and software-based control systems for custom machine builds Develop automation and controls solutions for highly custom, one-off machinery from concept through commissioning Program PLCs, HMIs, and robotic systems, and support full machine software development from scratch or existing codebases Collaborate with mechanical engineers, panel builders, sales, and customers to design and deliver complete machine systems Support machine build, integration, testing, validation, and final commissioning both in-house and at customer sites Estimate project scope, timelines, and costs while managing schedule, budget, and technical requirements Provide technical support to customers during installation, startup, and post-installation phases Manage multiple concurrent machine build projects (typically 1-2 projects lasting 4+ months each) Translate customer requirements into full machine design solutions including controls, mechanical integration, and automation systems Participate in full lifecycle machine development including design, procurement, programming, assembly, testing, and delivery Support troubleshooting and optimization of automated machinery including conveyors, robotics, and custom automation systems Occasionally travel (<10%) for commissioning, installation support, and customer visits Required Skills (Must Have): Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Automation, or related field) 3-5+ years of experience in controls engineering or machine automation within a machine builder or OEM environment Experience with Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens PLC programming HMI development experience (FactoryTalk, Ignition, or similar platforms) Robotics experience (Fanuc or Epson preferred) Experience with pneumatics and industrial automation systems Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical or similar for electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel design Ability to work in a custom machine build environment with evolving requirements and cross-functional collaboration Experience commissioning equipment both in-house and at customer sites Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously 3-5+ years of relevant controls or automation experience Preferred Skills (Nice to Have): Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical blueprints and schematics Project management experience in machine build or automation projects Experience working in ISO-certified manufacturing environments Familiarity with ANSI, RIA, and other industrial automation safety standards Exposure to ASME or regulated manufacturing environments Strong communication skills with customers, sales teams, and engineering groups Experience in custom machine design/build environments (highly preferred) #ENG123
