Controls Engineer
Factory Automation Jobs · Lincoln, NE · 2 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time
Molex is seeking two Controls Engineers to join our Lincoln Automation / Controls organization supporting our Transportation Solutions division. These positions are part of innovative, collaborative teams responsible for designing, developing, and supporting advanced manufacturing and assembly processes. While both roles share a common technical foundation, one opening is focused on New Product Introduction (NPI) and one on Sustaining / manufacturing support. Placement will be based on experience and business need.
About the Role
- Design, develop, and support controls solutions for manufacturing
- Support machines in a manufacturing environment
- Design electrical and control panels
- Develop PLC, HMI, and related automation programs
- Perform debugging, tuning, and performance optimization
- Support SAT, post-installation support, and troubleshooting
- Develop documentation (SOPs, user manuals, troubleshooting guides)
- Ensure compliance with applicable standards
- Work directly with internal stakeholders (production, quality, maintenance)
- Collaborate with automation, manufacturing, and IT/OT teams
Role Focus Areas
Controls Engineer – NPI
- Design and support controls solutions for new manufacturing and assembly processes
- Translate process requirements into automation and controls specifications
- Support equipment build, installation, and global launch activities
- Travel 10–30% domestically and internationally
Controls Engineer – Sustaining
- Support and troubleshoot existing manufacturing equipment
- Improve performance, reliability, and safety of installed automation systems
- Partner closely with production and maintenance teams
- Travel approximately 10–15% domestically
Requirements
- Ability to support required travel based on role (NPI: 10-30% domestic + international / Sustaining: 10-15% domestic)
- Associate of Applied Science in Electronics or Related Field
Qualifications
- B.S. in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field
- 3+ years of industrial experience with PLC, HMI, servo controls, and automation systems
- Machine vision experience
- Experience with platforms such as Beckhoff, Allen-Bradley, Yaskawa, Ignition
This role is not eligible for VISA sponsorship or transfer.