Controls & Automation Engineer

Experis; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Health Savings Account

Health Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Album

Job summary

Experis is seeking a Controls & Automation Engineer to join our client’s engineering team in a predominantly onsite role in Hopkinsville, KY or Clarksville, TN. The engineer will design, test, and deploy PLC logic across Rockwell platforms, configure Kepware for OT data, and lead on-site commissioning and testing.

The ideal candidate has strong skills in networking protocols, safety standards, and cybersecurity, with excellent communication and collaboration abilities to work with

Qualifications

• Experience programming and commissioning Rockwell Automation control platforms.
• Knowledge of configuring and troubleshooting Kepware middleware and industrial networking protocols.
• Ability to perform root‑cause analysis on hardware, logic, and communication failures.
• Strong understanding of machine safety standards (ISO 13849, IEC 62061 / 61508) and cybersecurity best practices.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy PLC logic for ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and GuardLogix.
• Configure Kepware middleware for real‑time OT data and device communication.
• Perform on‑site commissioning, start‑up, loop tuning, and functional testing.
• Configure and troubleshoot EtherNet/IP, CIP, Modbus TCP/RTU, and Profinet.
• Maintain engineering documentation including electrical schematics, P&IDs, I/O lists, and network diagrams.

Skills

Rockwell Automation programming

Kepware middleware configuration

Root-cause analysis

Machine safety standards

Cybersecurity best practices

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Rockwell Automation platforms

Kepware middleware

Job description

Our client, a leader in industrial manufacturing and automation, is seeking a Controls & Automation Engineer to join their team. As a Controls & Automation Engineer, you will be part of the Engineering Department supporting manufacturing operations and automation projects. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title:

Controls & Automation Engineer

Location:

Hopkinsville, KY or Clarksville, TN (Onsite)

What's the Job?

• Design, develop, test, and deploy PLC logic using Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 / 500 for ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and GuardLogix platforms.
• Configure and manage PTC Kepware (KEPServer/EX) middleware for real‑time OT data acquisition and device communication.
• Perform on‑site system commissioning, start‑up, loop tuning, and functional testing to ensure optimal operation.
• Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, CIP, Modbus TCP/RTU, and Profinet.
• Maintain comprehensive engineering documentation including electrical schematics, P&IDs, I/O lists, and network architecture diagrams.

What's Needed?

• Experience programming and commissioning Rockwell Automation control platforms.
• Knowledge of configuring and troubleshooting Kepware middleware and industrial networking protocols.
• Ability to perform root‑cause analysis on hardware, logic, and communication failures.
• Strong understanding of machine safety standards (ISO 13849, IEC 62061 / 61508) and cybersecurity best practices.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work on impactful automation projects in a dynamic environment.
• Immediate start with potential for long‑term engagement.
• Collaborative team culture that values innovation and continuous improvement.
• Onsite work location in a thriving industrial region.
• Chance to develop your skills in industrial connectivity and control systems.

Upon Completion Of Waiting Period Consultants Are Eligible For

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay