Control System Engineer

White-Recruitment; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

White-Recruitment in Hickory, NC is seeking a hands-on Control System Engineer to maintain and improve industrial automation and control systems in a manufacturing setting.

You will diagnose PLC faults with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLCs, program using Studio 5000 or RSLogix, and support upgrades while collaborating with maintenance and engineering teams.

The role focuses on reliability, process improvement and safe operation, with opportunities to work on capital projects and documentation.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLCs.
• Experience programming Studio 5000 and RSLogix.
• Knowledge of HMI systems and industrial control architectures.

Responsibilities

• Develop, troubleshoot and maintain industrial control systems, with a focus on Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLCs.
• Diagnose and resolve PLC, HMI, electrical control and automation faults to minimise downtime.
• Support PLC programming, modifications and system upgrades using Rockwell software (Studio 5000/RSLogix).
• Work with industrial networks, drives, sensors, instrumentation and associated control equipment.
• Collaborate with maintenance, manufacturing and engineering teams to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to enhance automation, process control and system performance.
• Support installation, commissioning and integration of new equipment and control systems.
• Maintain technical documentation, backups and engineering records.
• Follow safety procedures and standards on industrial equipment.

Skills

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Studio 5000

RSLogix

HMI systems

Electrical schematics

Fault diagnosis

Industrial networks

SCADA systems

Robotics knowledge

Process instrumentation

Tools

Studio 5000

RSLogix

Job description

Salary: USD110000 - USD140000 per annum

Location: Hickory, NC
Salary: Up to $140,000 depending on experience

We are recruiting a Control System Engineer to join an established, technology-driven manufacturing operation, supporting the performance, reliability and continuous improvement of industrial automation and control systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with strong Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation experience who enjoys working hands-on with PLCs, troubleshooting complex equipment issues and delivering automation improvements within a manufacturing environment.

You will play an important role in maintaining reliable production processes, improving equipment performance and supporting the development of automated manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop, troubleshoot and maintain industrial control systems, with a strong focus on Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation PLCs.
• Diagnose and resolve PLC, HMI, electrical control and automation faults to minimise production downtime.
• Support PLC programming, modifications and system upgrades using Rockwell software, including Studio 5000 and RSLogix.
• Work with industrial networks, variable frequency drives, sensors, instrumentation and associated control equipment.
• Collaborate with maintenance, manufacturing and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to enhance automation, process control and overall system performance.
• Support the installation, commissioning and integration of new equipment and control systems.
• Maintain technical documentation, control system backups and relevant engineering records.
• Follow established safety procedures and engineering standards when working on industrial equipment.

Skills and Experience

• Strong hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation PLCs.
• Experience with Studio 5000 and/or RSLogix PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of HMI systems, industrial automation and electrical control systems.
• Experience diagnosing faults across PLCs, drives, sensors and associated manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a practical approach to resolving production issues.
• Experience working within a manufacturing or industrial production environment.
• Experience with SCADA systems and industrial communication networks.
• Knowledge of industrial robotics, motion control or process instrumentation.Experience supporting capital projects, equipment upgrades and commissioning activities.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement and preventative maintenance practices.