What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Engineer (Siemens / CNC / Motion Systems) position at KCM Technical?
Controls Engineer (Siemens / CNC / Motion Systems)
Hebron, KY (100% Onsite)
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder
Relocation package available
What You’ll Be Doing
- Develop and support Siemens-based control systems (TIA Portal / STEP 7)
- Create and maintain PLC, HMI, and motion control software
- Work on multi-axis systems including gantry and robotic equipment
- Support machine startup, commissioning, and customer acceptance
- Collaborate with electrical engineering on hardware selection and layout (drives, I/O, amplifiers)
- Troubleshoot real-world machine issues (electrical software)
- Contribute across the full lifecycle — from design through production release
What They’re Looking For (Must-Haves)
- Experience with Siemens PLC programming (TIA Portal and/or STEP 7)
- Background working with CNC machines, machine tools, or motion-based systems
- Experience with servo systems, multi-axis motion, or robotics
- Ability to troubleshoot controls electrical systems
- Experience working on equipment or machines (not just plant systems)
- U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder
Nice to Have
- Experience with SINUMERIK 840D
- Programming experience in C, C#, or similar
- Experience in real-time control systems (RTOS)
- Strong HMI development experience
- Background working with custom automation or OEM equipment
Salary : $85,000 - $120,000