Controls Engineer

Role Overview

This role provides electrical controls support for Heavy Duty Engine machining operations, including Bearing Caps, Blocks, Connecting Rods, Heads, Liners, and Turbo Machining & Assembly. The Controls Engineer will troubleshoot and support PLC, CNC, HMI, robotics, servo systems, and manufacturing equipment while working closely with Skilled Trades, Maintenance, Supervisors, and Process Engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, modify, and support PLC, CNC, HMI, and robot controls
• Troubleshoot device-level networks, servo systems, and VFDs
• Diagnose and resolve issues with CNC and automated machining equipment
• Implement and support machining monitoring systems and higher-level system interfaces
• Apply controls technology to new and existing manufacturing processes
• Review and modify machine logic to improve equipment performance
• Support new machining equipment control design and procurement
• Provide technical controls support to machining operations
• Collaborate with Skilled Trades, Supervisors, and Process Engineers
• Use technical drawings and OEM documentation to diagnose equipment failures
• Prepare shift handoff summaries covering outstanding issues and priorities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field
• 8+ years of relevant controls/manufacturing engineering experience
• Advanced Siemens PLC experience – Step 7 or TIA Portal, including creating new logic channels
• Allen Bradley PLC experience
• Hands-on experience with industrial robotics
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, CNCs, servo systems, VFDs, and manufacturing automation
• Ability to read, interpret, and create technical/electrical drawings
• Knowledge of electrical and safety codes/standards
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Skills

• Siemens 840D NC programming
• Siemens VFDs, servos, and software
• Fanuc robotics
• Cognex vision systems
• Trumpf laser systems
• Maximo, SAP, and Outlook
• Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, coolant, and lubrication systems
• Experience with metal cutting and machining processes

Additional Notes

• Fully onsite – no remote option
• 3rd Shift/MIDS: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• OT is required, estimated at approximately 10 hours/week
• Weekend work is required
• No travel required
• Virtual interview followed by an in-person meeting for finalists
• Contract has potential to lead to a full-time opportunity for the right candidate

Pay: $55.00 - $65.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Experience:

• Allen Bradley PLC, CNC, HMI, and robot controls: 8 years (Required)
• PLCs, HMIs, CNCs, servo systems, VFDs,: 8 years (Required)
• Advanced Siemens PLC experience – Step 7 or TIA Portal: 8 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person