Controls & Automation Engineer: PLC, HMI, Data Systems

idexcel; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global staffing and IT services organization is seeking a Controls Engineer to enhance productivity through effective ownership of production systems. This role requires updating PLC hardware/software and maintaining data systems for process control. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3-5 years of relevant automation experience. A focus on customer-centricity and continuous improvement through Six Sigma tools is essential. Flexibility in work hours is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in automation/control.
• Strong knowledge in project management and APQP principles.
• Experience with data acquisition and machine control.

Responsibilities

• Own the production Data Acquisition/Control systems.
• Improve and update PLC hardware and software.
• Maintain a system for revision change control.

Skills

PLC programming experience

Automation/ Control development

Process Control experience

Effective time management

Statistical analysis

Self-Starter

Education

Bachelor in Electrical Engineering or similar

Tools

Wonderware

Job description

A global staffing and IT services organization is seeking a Controls Engineer to enhance productivity through effective ownership of production systems. This role requires updating PLC hardware/software and maintaining data systems for process control. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3-5 years of relevant automation experience. A focus on customer-centricity and continuous improvement through Six Sigma tools is essential. Flexibility in work hours is offered.