Design and implement control systems for automated equipment. Collaborate across disciplines and provide technical support. Travel occasionally for installation and customer support.
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Technical Skills Required
Benefits & Perks
Job Description
💼 Full-Time | Direct Hire | Competitive Salary + Benefits
We’re seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program, and implement control systems for advanced automated equipment. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, collaborating across disciplines, and seeing projects through from concept to completion.
🔧 What You’ll Do
- Design electrical schematics, PLC programs, and intuitive HMI interfaces to control automated machinery.
- Solve complex controls engineering problems from component-level to full system integration.
- Provide technical support to sales, procurement, manufacturing, and field service teams.
- Develop detailed schematics and panel layouts following industry standards and best practices.
- Write clean, documented, and reusable PLC ladder logic using established programming standards.
- Design user-friendly HMI screens that simplify diagnostics and troubleshooting.
- Participate in documentation creation — BOMs, technical drawings, and operational manuals.
- Troubleshoot and debug electrical panels, wiring, and safety circuits.
- Travel occasionally for installation, commissioning, and customer support.
🎓 What You Bring
- 3+ years of experience as an Automation & Controls Engineer, Robotics Engineer, or similar role.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- Experience deploying automated electromechanical systems in project-driven environments.
- Strong understanding of fault-tolerant design, error handling, and system recovery.
- Proficiency with Rockwell Automation software (Studio 5000, View Designer, FactoryTalk Optix).
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD or SolidWorks Electrical is a plus.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with NEC/OSHA safety regulations.
- Experience with FANUC, Kawasaki, or Yaskawa robots preferred.
- Knowledge of SQL databases is a plus.
💡 Who You Are
Innovative, detail-oriented, and passionate about automation — you thrive in fast-paced environments and take pride in delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
📍 Candidates must be based in the Louisville, KY area. Relocation assistance available.
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