Automation Controls Engineer: PLCs, Robotics & Vision

MS Companies; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits

Clear career growth opportunities

Job summary

A confidential custom automation manufacturer in Columbus, IN is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program, and deploy advanced automated systems. This hands-on position offers the chance to work across the full lifecycle of automation, ideal for those looking to build and launch systems from scratch. Candidates should have at least 1 year in controls engineering, PLC programming experience, and troubleshooting skills. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided in a collaborative, project-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in controls engineering or industrial automation.
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Keyence, etc.).
• Experience with robotics or cobots (Fanuc, UR, Doosan, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Program and support PLCs, robotics, and vision systems for custom equipment.
• Design and support electrical systems (panels, circuits, wiring).
• Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues and implement fixes.

Skills

controls engineering or industrial automation

PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Keyence, etc.)

robotics or cobots (Fanuc, UR, Doosan, etc.)

vision systems (Keyence, Cognex, barcode readers, etc.)

electrical schematics interpretation

troubleshooting and problem-solving

manufacturing or automation environments

Tools

HMI / motion control systems

SQL Server / database integration

AutoCAD or electrical design tools

Job description

A confidential custom automation manufacturer in Columbus, IN is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program, and deploy advanced automated systems. This hands-on position offers the chance to work across the full lifecycle of automation, ideal for those looking to build and launch systems from scratch. Candidates should have at least 1 year in controls engineering, PLC programming experience, and troubleshooting skills. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided in a collaborative, project-driven environment.