3rd-Shift Controls Engineer | Automation & Travel

Key People

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Key People in the Indianapolis area is seeking a Controls Engineer for a confidential beverage manufacturer. The role covers automated manufacturing and warehouse operations across multiple facilities, with hands-on troubleshooting and controls programming to improve reliability and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree or 2–4 years of related experience, advanced PLC programming skills, and strong motion control knowledge.

Qualifications

Associate degree in electrical or related field required.
Bachelor’s degree preferred for advanced roles.
2–4 years of related work experience acceptable.
Strong PLC programming and automation knowledge.
Ability to lead through technical expertise and influence decisions across departments.

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.