Automation and Controls Engineer

Franklin International; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Automation and Controls Engineer to enhance manufacturing efficiency and innovation. This role focuses on Rockwell-based systems, optimizing processes, and supporting production. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in PLC programming and DCS improvements. The company fosters a collaborative environment, offering a family-friendly atmosphere and comprehensive benefits. Join a team where your contributions will significantly impact automation strategies and initiatives, driving success in a dynamic manufacturing landscape.

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life insurance

On-site fitness center

Nurse health coach

529 Plan matching

Adoption support

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in industrial automation and controls.
• Proficiency in Rockwell systems and DCS improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize PLC programming using ladder logic.
• Design and deploy HMI/SCADA systems in FactoryTalk View.
• Investigate and troubleshoot DCS issues and implement solutions.

Skills

PLC programming

Rockwell Platform

DCS improvements

problem-solving

cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering

Tools

Studio 5000

FactoryTalk View SE/ME

FactoryTalk Batch

PlantPAx

SQL

Job description

2020 Bruck St, Columbus, OH 43207, USA Req #729

Friday, April 25, 2025

FranklinInternational, a leading manufacturer of adhesives, coatings, and sealants is currently seeking an Automation and Controls Engineer.

Franklin is expanding its internal automation and controls team to accelerate innovation, improve manufacturing efficiency, and build long-term technical capability. We are seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer who thrives on solving problems, improving systems, and taking ownership of their work.

This role is ideal for an engineer who prefers to address root causes instead of symptoms, seeks out opportunities to optimize rather than maintain the status quo, and wants to contribute meaningfully to both daily production and strategic automation initiatives. This position centers on Rockwell-based systems and plays a key role in plant-wide automation improvements, process control optimization, and production support.

Fundamental Job Tasks:

• Develop and optimize PLC programming using ladder logic and function block diagrams (FBDs) in Studio 5000
• Design and deploy HMI/SCADA systems in FactoryTalk View SE/ME
• Design and configure FactoryTalk Batch control systems consistent with ISA-88 standards (area models, phases, recipes, etc.)
• Investigate and troubleshoot DCS issues, identify root causes, and implement robust, lasting solutions
• Lead or support the commissioning and startup of new or modified control systems
• Occasionally assist with electrical design, networking, or instrumentation-related tasks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on DCS additions and process control improvements
• Provide training and support for DCS users
• Help establish and enforce programming standards and best practices
• Contribute to long-term automation strategy and initiatives
• Provide occasional after-hours support for 24/5 production operations
• Infrequently plan and support DCS improvements on weekends when production is not running

Knowledge and Skills:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Computer Engineering
• 3–6 years of experience in industrial automation and controls

Technical

• Rockwell Platform proficiency including:
  • Studio 5000
  • FactoryTalk View SE/ME
  • FactoryTalk Batch
• Strong project ownership and independent problem-solving mindset
• Proven ability to identify and execute DCS improvements
• Works autonomously and collaborates effectively across departments

Nice-to-Have Experience

• PlantPAx
• Vision systems (e.g., barcode scanning, quality inspection)
• Packaging automation or downstream equipment integration
• PI Historian or other process historian and data visualization platforms
• SQL-based reporting
• Ignition by Inductive Automation
• Background in batch or chemical processing environments

About Us

Based in Columbus, Ohio,Franklin Internationalis among the largest privately held manufacturers of adhesives and sealants in the United States. We opened in 1935 as the Franklin Glue Company and today areknown as Franklin International to reflect our global distribution across 60 countries on six continents around the globe. OurConstruction Building Productsdivision provides theTitebondbrand of glues, adhesives and sealants for use in woodworking and all facets of residential and commercial construction. Franklin International employs over 400 people in its laboratory, R&D center, sales/marketing offices and manufacturing facility, all located at its corporate headquarters in Columbus, Ohio. We are an American family-owned, U.S.-based company and our products sold in the U.S. are made in America.

Franklin International is proud of our family-friendly atmosphere. We are small enough that people know your name, but big enough to have the resources available to do amazing things within our industry. Our award-winning benefits program includes a wide range of benefits from medical, dental, and vision insurance to more unique options like a free on-site fitness center, nurse health coach, 529 Plan matching, and adoption support. Our average employee tenure is over twelve years; learn more atwww.FranklinInternational.com .

Our Vision: To be the most trusted adhesion company in the world.

Other Benefits:

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Life insurance
• On-site fitness center staffed by trainers