Automation and Controls Engineer

Job Description

Automation and Controls Engineer

Location: New Albany, IN

Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $95,000 – $140,000

We are currently partnering with a highly respected manufacturing client in New Albany, IN. to assist them in the hiring of two skilled Controls Engineers for full-time, direct hire positions. These roles go beyond traditional PLC programming and will play a critical part in developing advanced automation and control systems for continuous cable manufacturing. If you're a Controls Engineer seeking a more technical and strategic role — one that allows you to work on complex equipment and system integration — this is an outstanding opportunity to join a forward-thinking team.

Summary:

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of control system solutions for automated manufacturing equipment. This includes both new system development and upgrades to existing processes used in continuous cable manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and implement reliable and standardized control system platforms

Collaborate with process and manufacturing engineering to define system functional requirements

Specify components such as motors, drives, sensors, actuators, and motion controllers

Develop and revise electrical schematics

Program PLCs, HMI/SCADA systems, motion controllers, and servo drives

Start up and debug control systems for new and upgraded equipment

Provide project management support for both new builds and upgrades

Support and troubleshoot production machines and control systems

Tune motion systems, PID loops, and temperature control systems

Develop standardization strategies for control system design and software

Update existing PLC and HMI programs to support equipment enhancements

Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of experience in controls engineering within a manufacturing setting

Hands-on experience with motion systems, servo and stepper motors, temperature control, and sensors

Strong skills in motion controller and operator interface programming (Ignition and/or Red Lion preferred)

Proficient in PLC programming using IEC 61131-3 languages

Familiarity with software development environments and industrial networking protocols (MODBUS TCP, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT)

Capable of reading and creating electrical schematics

Understanding of UL508A, NFPA 79, NEMA, and machine safety standards

Ability to manage resources and timelines for project execution

Strong verbal and written technical communication skills

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related discipline

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Full-time