1st Shift Controls Engineer – PLC & Automation (Travel 50–70%)

KLA Industries, Inc.; Twinsburg (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA Industries, Inc. in Twinsburg, OH is seeking a Controls Engineer for 1st shift to support automated manufacturing and warehouse operations across facilities. You will troubleshoot, program PLCs, and guide improvements to reliability and efficiency.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, collaboration with engineering and maintenance, and the ability to travel 50–70%. Prior Allen‑Bradley/Rockwell experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2–4 years related work experience.
• Advanced PLC programming and strong motion control knowledge.
• Ability to develop controls solutions and troubleshoot complex equipment.
• Strong analytical, planning, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead through technical expertise and influence decisions across departments.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Availability to work third shift and travel approximately 50%–70%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement control strategies for automated production equipment, conveyor systems, and warehouse operations.
• Program, troubleshoot, test, and repair PLC-based controls and motion systems.
• Support the design and development of controls for new equipment and system upgrades.
• Establish consistent programming standards, coding practices, and controls documentation across facilities.
• Evaluate automation solutions and recommend improvements to equipment performance and reliability.
• Partner with engineering, maintenance, and operations leaders to prioritize and resolve controls issues.
• Provide technical direction, coaching, and training to site controls engineers and maintenance teams.
• Explain technical recommendations clearly to plant teams and senior leadership.
• Stay current with automation technology, programming tools, and emerging equipment capabilities.

Skills

PLC programming

Motion control

Industrial automation

Analytical skills

Communication

Team leadership

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Allen-Bradley

RSView

Rockwell Automation

RSLogix

Job description

KLA Industries, Inc. in Twinsburg, OH is seeking a Controls Engineer for 1st shift to support automated manufacturing and warehouse operations across facilities. You will troubleshoot, program PLCs, and guide improvements to reliability and efficiency.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, collaboration with engineering and maintenance, and the ability to travel 50–70%. Prior Allen‑Bradley/Rockwell experience is preferred.