Controls Engineer (Third Shift)

Job Title: Controls Engineer (Afternoon Shift)
Shift: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Job Type: Full-Time, Contract-to-Direct

Overview:
We are seeking a Controls Engineer to support our facility with a focus on developing and maintaining equipment availability and performance. This role also supports continuous improvement efforts aimed at increasing machine efficiency and optimizing assembly processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with manufacturing and product teams to support machine integration with MES and CMMS systems

• Lead troubleshooting and maintenance escalation for machine failures, including documentation and communication

• Verify and maintain safety circuit functionality (light curtains, safety mats, QA devices)

• Develop operator interfaces and integrate them into MES systems

• Assist in defining equipment connections for data gathering and system integration

• Maintain backups of MES, PLC, and robot software configurations

• Research, implement, and improve processes to enhance efficiency and flexibility

• Program and configure assembly processes for new and existing equipment

• Support department troubleshooting, diagnostics, and controls projects

• Understand electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics and their interaction within assembly cells

Required Skills & Knowledge:

• Ability to read and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics

• Adaptable to new controls technologies and software

• Ability to work efficiently with light supervision and communicate technical details clearly

• Knowledge of multi-axis servo systems, robotic systems, and industrial vision systems (Cognex, Keyence)

• Basic networking knowledge and experience with Fieldbus technologies (Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, I/O Link, Modbus)

• Experience interfacing with analog and fieldbus devices

• Experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC

Software Experience:

• AutoCAD (electrical/pneumatic detailing)

• Rockwell Suite (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk, RSLogix)

• Automation Direct (PLC, C-More HMI)

• MS Office Suite

• Siemens Step 7

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; or Associate’s degree in Robotic Automation/Computer Science

• Some on-the-job experience in controls, machine design, or machine build preferred (internship experience acceptable)

Preferred Behaviors & Motivations:

• Enthusiastic, innovative, and a team player

• Self-starter with flexibility and goal-oriented mindset

• Motivated by growth opportunities and making an impact within the organization