Controls Engineering Specialist

Responsibilities

• Modify and program new equipment, troubleshoot, and debug Fanuc robotic welding equipment.
• Spend 80% of your time on the manufacturing floor, working hands-on with HMI's, PLC's, and robotics.
• Dedicate 20% of your time to office support, including ordering parts, handling funding requests, performing clerical duties, and creating basic drawings.
• Develop, modify, and optimize Fanuc robot programs for welding.
• Perform robot teaching, touch-ups, and recovery in both active production and pre-commissioning environments.
• Support rapid program adjustments and robot cell start-up.
• Troubleshoot robot alarms, motion issues, and sequence ladder logic.
• Collaborate closely with Quality teams to resolve process issues and improve weld quality.
• Coordinate with controls teams to validate I/O, interlocks, and basic handshaking.
• Follow all safety procedures during programming and floor support.
• Work safely in active manufacturing and commissioning environments.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in troubleshooting and programming HMI, PLC's, and robotics.
• Strong ability to modify existing systems and occasionally develop from scratch.

Qualifications

• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in engineering or technology is beneficial.
• Experience with robotic welding and CNC is advantageous.

Skills

• Experience with Fanuc robotic welding equipment.
• Ability to teach and recover robots in various environments.
• Proficiency in modifying and developing robot programs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $48.00/hr. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Pay and Schedule

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $48.00/hr. The work schedule is flexible, with a casual dress code, and a laid-back atmosphere.

About the Role

Join a leading manufacturer of commercial shelving and rack units as a Controls Engineering Specialist. You will play a crucial role in overseeing the new automation processes for a cutting-edge shelving line. With our recent expansion, you'll be at the forefront of integrating state-of-the-art automated equipment in our facility.