Electrical Controls Engineer

About the role

The Electrical Controls Engineer designs and develops control systems for custom CNC machinery, producing complete electrical schematics and documentation while programming and troubleshooting FANUC PLCs and CNC controls. This role creates and maintains control standards using AutoCAD Electrical, supports production on the shop floor, and contributes to project-based, non-repetitive work with strong opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce detailed electrical schematics and documentation for custom CNC machinery.
• Develop, program, and maintain control systems using FANUC PLCs and ladder logic.
• Write and modify Fanuc CNC ladder logic and PMC (Programmable Machine Control) programs.
• Configure, program, and troubleshoot CNC motion control and CNC axes.
• Create, update, and maintain new design standards using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Support production activities on the shop floor by diagnosing and resolving controls-related issues.
• Troubleshoot PLC programs and CNC control systems, including FANUC and Siemens CNC platforms where applicable.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure reliable machine performance and successful project delivery.
• Participate in project-based assignments, adapting designs and programs to meet unique customer and application requirements.

Essential Skills

• Proven controls engineering experience, particularly with CNC machinery and automation systems.
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in writing and maintaining FANUC ladder logic and PMC programs.
• Strong understanding of CNC motion control, CNC axes, and CNC machine operation.
• Experience working with FANUC PLCs and Fanuc CNC controls.
• Solid knowledge of controls engineering concepts, including programmable machine control (PMC).
• Ability to create and modify electrical schematics and design standards using AutoCAD Electrical.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Siemens CNC or Sinumerik controls is beneficial.
• Experience working with a variety of CNC machine applications across multiple industries is an advantage.
• Experience in project-based engineering environments with non-repetitive work is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose complex control and motion issues.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with engineering, production, and other cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn and implement new control strategies and standards as needed.

Work Environment

This position operates in a combined office and shop floor environment, with standard hours from Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The work is project-based and non-repetitive, focusing on the design and build of CNC machining centers for diverse industries such as wood, aerospace, energy, stone, glass, and transportation. The role involves close collaboration with production staff on the shop floor to support machine build, testing, and troubleshooting, while also working at a workstation for design and programming tasks. Travel is not required for this role.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Louisville, KY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $130,000.00 - $150,000.00/yr. Employee Medical Benefits Package: Effective 90 days after start date. Employer pays 98% of single option health insurance premium towards any policy option. This package offers the opportunity to enroll in health CIGNA(OAP or HSA) Employee paid Guardian dental, and vision plans Health Equity sponsors HSA accounts and company contributes $10.00 per check into HSA account Employer paid $20,000 term life insurance with opportunity to buy up at employee’s expense Employer paid short term disability insurance Employer paid long term disability insurance Capital Group SIMPLE IRA (Class A Share level) participation after 1 year of employment with up to 3% employer matching funds Vacation: After 90 days 40 hours of PTO, after 1 year 80 hours of PTO, after 2 years 120 hours of PTO, after 5 years 160 hours of PTO (max). Employee has the option of carrying over a maximum of 240 hours per year, any additional time will be paid out on final pay check for the fiscal year ending on Dec 31st.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Louisville, KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 12, 2026.