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Controls Engineers

Skillforce
LAFAYETTE, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/23/2026

Location: Lafayette, IN
Duration: 1–2 months
Pay: $45/hour
Per Diem: $197/day for qualified travelers
Schedule: Night shift, 8–12 hours per day

Skillforce is currently hiring experienced Controls Engineers for a 1–2 month automation and controls project in Lafayette, IN. This is a great opportunity for a skilled Controls Engineer with strong Rockwell Automation experience who is comfortable working night shift in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Rockwell Studio 5000 v38 experience is required.


Travel & Per Diem

  • $197 per day per diem ($1,386per week) paid for all days while traveling. 
  • When traveling, your time is compensated at your regular hourly rate
  • If traveling by personal vehicle, mileage will be reimbursed at $0.76 per mile
  • If traveling by air, the flight will be provided, with reimbursement for rental car and fuel


Key Responsibilities

  • Program, troubleshoot, modify, and optimize PLC control systems
  • Troubleshoot automation and controls issues in a manufacturing environment
  • Support automated material handling, transfer, and production systems
  • Diagnose electrical and controls issues to minimize equipment downtime
  • Calibrate and integrate sensors, transducers, and other control devices
  • Assist with system startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and modifications
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, PLC programs, and control system documentation
  • Work closely with maintenance and engineering teams to identify and resolve controls-related issues


Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Controls Engineer in an industrial or manufacturing environment
  • Hands-on experience with Rockwell Studio 5000 Version 38 (v38) – required
  • Strong Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLC programming and troubleshooting experience
  • Experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment
  • Ability to work independently and troubleshoot controls issues efficiently
  • Comfortable working night shift and 8–12 hour shifts
  • Previous experience with material handling or automated production systems is a plus


Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance


If you’re an experienced Controls Engineer with Rockwell Studio 5000 v38 experience and are available for a short-term night-shift project in Lafayette, IN, apply today!

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Salary : $45

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