Control Engineer

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group seeks a skilled Controls Engineer to support production lines and repackaging operations, focusing on PLC programming, process improvement, and automation support on a manufacturing floor in Jacksonville, FL.

The ideal candidate will have 4–5 years of controls experience, proficiency in Ladder Logic, Allen-Bradley, Siemens Step 7, and Wonderware HMI, plus strong documentation and communication skills to drive ongoing automation projects and standards for UK

Qualifications

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Responsibilities

• Provide controls engineering support for legacy equipment and repackaging areas.
• Assist with process conversion and rework inspection workflows for UK packaging.
• Participate in a 3-4 month training program to become proficient with equipment and systems.
• Support ongoing automation projects.
• Work with PLC systems, including Allen-Bradley Ladder Logic and Siemens Step 7.
• Support Wonderware HMI, servo drives/motors, and APT-Siemens-based systems.
• Modify and develop control code to enhance machine functionality and performance.

Skills

PLC programming

Allen-Bradley

Ladder Logic

Siemens Step 7

Wonderware HMI

Servo drives

Documentation

Process improvement

Communication

Tools

Siemens Step 7

Wonderware

APT-Siemens

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to support production lines and repackaging operations. This role is critical to the successful execution of a process conversion project involving UK packaging standards and rework inspection processes. The engineer will work with both legacy and new equipment, focusing on PLC programming, process improvement, and automation support.

Responsibilities

• Provide controls engineering support for legacy equipment and repackaging areas.
• Assist with process conversion and rework inspection workflows for UK packaging.
• Participate in an intensive 3-4 month training program to become proficient with equipment and systems.
• Support ongoing automation projects.
• Work with PLC systems, including Allen-Bradley Ladder Logic and Siemens Step 7.
• Support Wonderware HMI, servo drives/motors, and APT-Siemens-based systems.
• Modify and develop control code to enhance machine functionality and performance.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• 4-5 years of experience in controls engineering, preferably in a manufacturing or packaging environment.
• Proficiency in PLC programming, including Ladder Logic, Allen-Bradley, and Siemens Step 7.
• Experience with HMI systems, especially Wonderware.
• Familiarity with servo systems, APT-Siemens, and legacy equipment integration.
• Strong documentation and process improvement skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities.

Additional Skills

• Experience in regulated industries, such as medical devices or pharmaceuticals.
• Knowledge of change control documentation and validation protocols.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to evolving project scopes.

The work environment includes onsite work on the manufacturing floor and in office settings.