Control Engineer

Insight Global; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a motivated Controls Engineer (Junior–Mid Level) in Miami to design, implement, troubleshoot, and improve automated systems on the shop floor. The role requires hands-on experience with PLCs, sensors, and electromechanical equipment.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering and operations to deploy scalable control solutions, while supporting commissioning and ongoing improvements on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Controls Engineering, or related field, or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• 1–5 years of experience in industrial controls, automation, or related engineering discipline.
• Practical experience with PLCs (Allen Bradley ControlLogix / CompactLogix, Siemens S7/TIA Portal, or similar).
• Ability to read electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with sensors, pneumatics, VFDs, and electromechanical systems.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, programming, testing, and deployment of PLC based control systems (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot ladder logic, function block, structured text, and HMI applications.
• Support integration of control systems with mechanical, electrical, and IT systems.
• Perform hands on installation, wiring, and troubleshooting of sensors, VFDs, and control panels.
• Support commissioning and startup of new automation equipment or system upgrades.
• Provide on site support to diagnose and resolve equipment failures.
• Analyze root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with senior engineers, vendors, and integrators on project execution.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and system evaluations.
• Assist in developing system drawings, documentation, and training materials.
• Identify opportunities for control system enhancements to improve safety, performance, and efficiency.
• Implement small-scale automation solutions to remove manual effort and reduce downtime.

Skills

PLC programming

Schematic & P&IDs reading

Troubleshooting electromechanical

Industrial communication protocols

Hands-on shop floor

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering/related field

Equivalent hands-on experience

Tools

SCADA/HMI platforms

Control panels wiring

Job description

WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING APPLICANTS THAT WILL REQUIRE EMPLOYER BASED SPONSORSHIP IN THE FUTURE OR NOW.

Miami, FL

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Controls Engineering, or related field; or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• 1–5 years of experience in industrial controls, automation, or related engineering discipline.
• Practical experience with PLCs (Allen Bradley ControlLogix / CompactLogix, Siemens S7/TIA Portal, or similar).
• Ability to read electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with sensors, pneumatics, VFDs, and electromechanical systems.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.).

Soft Skills

• Strong problem solving mindset with a willingness to get hands‑on.
• Comfortable working in fast paced operational environments.
• Effective communicator with technicians, operators, vendors, and engineers.
• High attention to detail and ownership of assigned tasks.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and support projects from concept through deployment.

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Physical Requirements

• Ability to work on the shop floor around industrial machinery.
• Capability to lift up to 40 lbs occasionally.
• Willingness to travel to sites or vendors as required (typically <20%).

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Experience in material handling, warehousing automation, robotics, AGVs/AMRs, or conveyor systems.
• Knowledge of SCADA/HMI platforms (Ignition, FactoryTalk View, WinCC, etc.).
• Experience building or modifying control panels.
• Understanding of safety standards (NFPA 70/79, ISO 13849, OSHA).

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated Controls Engineer (Junior–Mid Level) with strong hands on technical skills to support the design, implementation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of automated systems. The ideal candidate has practical experience working with industrial controls hardware, PLCs, sensors, and electromechanical equipment, along with the ability to problem solve on the floor and collaborate with cross-functional engineering and operations teams.

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Key Responsibilities

Controls & Automation Development

• Assist in the design, programming, testing, and deployment of PLC based control systems (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot ladder logic, function block, structured text, and HMI applications.
• Support integration of control systems with mechanical, electrical, and IT systems.
• Perform hands on installation, wiring, and troubleshooting of sensors, VFDs, and control panels.
• Support commissioning and startup of new automation equipment or system upgrades.

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Provide on site support to diagnose and resolve equipment failures.
• Analyze root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Optimize machine performance and reliability through controls improvements.

Project Support

• Collaborate with senior engineers, vendors, and integrators on project execution.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and system evaluations.
• Assist in developing system drawings, documentation, and training materials.
• Identify opportunities for control system enhancements to improve safety, performance, and efficiency.
• Implement small-scale automation solutions to remove manual effort and reduce downtime.