What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Engineer position at Sigma Equipment?
Come join the SIGMA Team! We are currently looking for a Controls Engineer. This position will apply control theory to develop systems that achieve the desired performance within the organization.The controls engineer must possess strong working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems with technical proficiency in software applications. This role could require the ability to travel upon request up to 20%.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Analyze plant processes, design and implement improvements
- Troubleshooting issues with hardware and processes
- Plan preventative maintenance
- Work with others to detect problems and implement solutions
- Maintain quality and safety standards are upheld
- Stay abreast of relevant industry developments and technology advancements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Skilled at troubleshooting machinery, especially via PLC code and various types of diagrams
- In-Depth knowledge of Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens PLC’s is strongly preferred
- Ability to read electrical and pneumatic diagrams is preferred
- Must be familiar with mechanical drawing/diagrams
- 2-4 years of experience in a related field
- Reasoning, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Strong cause-effect analytical abilities to solve problems
- Effective and concise communication skills, verbal and written
- Motivated, self-starter, with a willingness to lead and grow
Education and Experience:
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, electrical, manufacturing, or mechanical engineering preferred
- Experience with integrating manufacturing and processing lines
- Experience in food and beverage industry
- Experience with end-of-line automation including product packaging through palletizing
- Experience in PLC, motion controls, and vision inspection control platforms
- Experience with plant CAD design layout and/or 3D modeling
About Our Company:
SIGMA Group is an employee-owned company based in Evansville, Indiana, with 120 team members supporting manufacturers worldwide. Since 2003, we’ve helped companies in the food, beverage, packaging, and consumer goods industries buy, sell, appraise, integrate, and manage production equipment.
Our goal is simple: extend the life of valuable assets and make equipment easier to move, reuse, or resell. By doing so, we help our customers recover value, reduce waste, and keep production moving all while supporting a more sustainable, circular economy.
What We Offer:
As an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) company, our culture revolves around innovation, creative solutions and the tenacity to see them through. Our casual offices are filled with passionate people who work hard and play hard. We welcome new ideas and offer opportunities for advancement within all teams!
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- Flexible paid time off and paid holidays
- Team-building activities
- 401(k)
- ESOP participation