Controls Engineer

About the role

The Controls Engineer is primarily responsible for hands-on troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing plant equipment to minimize downtime and support reliable production. The position also supports special electronics, controls, and automation projects as needed.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair plant equipment involving checking voltages, changing out bad components, cables, switching out gauges, as well as making camera and software adjustments
• PLCs troubleshooting, programming and diagnose machine faults/failures
• Research and recommend machine control upgrades to address outdated controls
• Document changes to electrical drawings and generate upgraded drawings
• Prepare daily log reports and document/track the off-shift activity to ensure proper follow-up on machine problems and repairs
• Work on special projects such as machine function additions and troubleshooting, and repairing plant equipment
• Adding PLC relay outputs at the request of the customer
• Other projects and responsibilities as specified

Requirements

Education/Credentials/Certifications: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Length of Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience troubleshooting electronic controls in a manufacturing setting

Skills

• Knowledge of electronics
• Knowledge of Fanuc and ABB robot electronic maintenance and programming
• Knowledge of automated transfer systems like gantries
• Knowledge of CNC
• Knowledge of Fanuc, Siemens, & Allen Bradley control systems
• Understanding of schematics and program reading
• Knowledgeable in a variety of machine software
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team
• PLC experience, CNC troubleshooting experience, and AC/DC servo drive experience
• Basic algebraic mathematical ability
• Understanding of standard to metric conversions
• Excellent oral and written language ability
• Ability to follow step-by-step procedures
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to learn
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Project Management skills
• Proficient in English Language
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team
• Walking in a manufacturing setting with multiple stairs and inclines

Pay

Salary range based on experience & education: $80,000 - $95,000 / annual

Schedule

Shift: 2-2-3 rotation, 5a-5p