2nd-Shift Controls Engineer: PLC Automation & Robotics

JLG Industries; Jefferson City (TN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation seeks a Controls Engineer for its Jefferson City, MO facility to develop, implement, troubleshoot, and maintain control systems supporting automated production equipment. The role emphasizes PLC programming, system reliability, and cross-functional collaboration to improve safety, efficiency, and uptime.

Key responsibilities include developing training documentation, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring equipment uptime while meeting production targets.

Qualifications

• Accredited Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with internship or co-op experience in controls or software development.
• Must be available for 2nd shift hours.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, troubleshoot, and maintain control systems for automated equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Improve safety, efficiency, and uptime across the facility by partnering with cross functional teams.
• Drive continuous improvement in automation and control activities.

Skills

PLC programming

Industrial automation

Allen-Bradley

Rockwell Automation

Robotics

FANUC robots

Yaskawa robots

Ignition HMI

AutoCAD

CREO

Windchill

Industrial networking

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

CREO

Windchill

Ignition HMI

Job description

Oshkosh Corporation seeks a Controls Engineer for its Jefferson City, MO facility to develop, implement, troubleshoot, and maintain control systems supporting automated production equipment. The role emphasizes PLC programming, system reliability, and cross-functional collaboration to improve safety, efficiency, and uptime.

Key responsibilities include developing training documentation, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring equipment uptime while meeting production targets.