Controls Engineer

The Controls Engineer is tasked with the design, programming, troubleshooting, and support of automation systems within a beverage manufacturing environment. The role focuses on Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs, with an emphasis on maintaining company standards, supporting legacy migration projects, and providing reliable solutions to enhance safety, efficiency, and compliance.

• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs using Allen-Bradley RSLogix 500 and Studio 5000.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot HMI applications.
• Support legacy control system migrations to modern platforms.
• Design, specify, and troubleshoot motor control systems, including VFDs.
• Apply knowledge of instrumentation for installation, configuration, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Review and update control panel designs and schematics.
• Provide production support for control system hardware, software, and field devices.
• Document project deliverables, system changes, and configurations to support long-term maintainability.
• Define success criteria for assignments, report progress to the project manager, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

• Proficiency in Allen-Bradley PLC/HMI platforms (RSLogix 500, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View Studio).
• Working knowledge of control panel layouts, wiring practices, and schematics.
• Hands-on experience with VFDs and motor controls, including commissioning and diagnostics.
• Proficiency with instrumentation setup, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in an industrial automation environment.
• Ability to work independently while adhering to standards and maintaining clear documentation.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate across teams and report technical work.

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, such as Electrical Engineering.
• 2–4 years of experience in industrial automation or controls engineering.
• Connected Components Workbench (CCW), Wonderware InTouch, Siemens PLCs, Ignition SCADA experience preferred but not required.
• Experience in a food/beverage manufacturing environment preferred.

The position requires on-site work from Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, with some evenings and weekends based on project needs. Approximately half of the time will be spent on the plant floor.

This is a Permanent position based out of Fresno, CA.

The pay range for this position is $86000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Health, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Sec. 125, 401(k) plan, and more

This is a fully onsite position in Fresno,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 23, 2025.

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Salary : $86,000 - $100,000