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Controls Engineer

ManpowerGroup
Valparaiso, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026
Position Summary

We are looking for a Controls Engineer to support our manufacturing client’s Auburn, IN operations. This role will assist in programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining control systems and drive technologies under the guidance of senior engineers. The ideal candidate has foundational knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLCs and a strong interest in industrial automation.

What’s in it for me?

  • Stable company
  • Benefit package including 4 medical plans
  • 17 days PTO annually to start (pro-rated), 10 paid holidays
  • 401K with match on 6%
  • Opportunity to be involved in plant automation upgrade projects

Responsibilities

  • Assist in programming and configuring Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs for compounding equipment. Will write and edit code.
  • PLC Brand - Allen Bradley (software - plc5, plc500, rslogix5000, studio5000)
  • HMI Brand - Allen Bradley (software - panel builder 32, FactoryTalk View Studio, Studio 5000 view designer)
  • Support troubleshooting of control systems, drives, and instrumentation to reduce downtime.
  • Help maintain documentation of control programs and wiring diagrams.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers on equipment installations and process improvements.
  • Learn and apply safety standards and company policies in all tasks.
  • Assist with capital spending projects and implementations
  • Work with cross-functional teams for continuous improvement projects
  • Support and train maintenance technicians
  • Support TPOC, Gemba and 5S programs
  • This role will be responsible for working on an on-call rotation during nights and weekends.

Qualifications

  • Prefer Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology, electrical engineering, automation, or mechatronics. Will consider Associates degree as well.
  • Ideally, 3-7 years’ controls-related experience in manufacturing environment but will consider less, such as internship involving PLC programming and industrial automation.
  • Prefer familiarity with Allen-Bradley platforms
  • Ideally, exposure to VFDs, servo drives, and motion control systems.
  • Basic understanding of electrical schematics and industrial networks
  • Strong willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge of industrial safety standards.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • Demonstrated competency in basic use of hand tools, including multimeters
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office suite

If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

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