Controls Engineer

TRC Talent Solutions; Acworth (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TRC Talent Solutions partners with a global Tier 1 automotive supplier to hire a Controls Engineer for highly automated assembly operations. You will troubleshoot PLC/HMI systems, support robotics and vision systems, and diagnose equipment issues to minimize downtime while driving continuous improvement across controls projects.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting, hands-on automation experience, and collaboration with maintenance, manufacturing, and engineering teams to enhance system

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience with automated manufacturing equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLCs.
• Ability to read ladder logic and support controls systems.
• Experience with industrial robotics, servo drives, VFDs and networking.
• Knowledge of Ethernet/IP or Profinet.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, modify, and support PLC and HMI systems used in automated assembly operations.
• Support industrial robotics, vision systems, and automated production equipment.
• Diagnose electrical, pneumatic, sensor, and controls-related issues to minimize downtime.
• Integrate and maintain error-proofing systems, torque tools, and quality validation equipment.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurring equipment failures.
• Partner with maintenance, manufacturing, and engineering teams to improve system performance and reliability.
• Support automation upgrades, controls projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Optimize cycle times, equipment performance, and production efficiency.
• Train and support maintenance technicians on controls and automation systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

HMI systems

Robotics

Electrical troubleshooting

Networking protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Servo drives

VFDs

Ethernet/IP

Profinet

Cognex vision

Keyence vision

Job description

TRC Talent Solutions is partnering with a global Tier 1 automotive supplier to hire a Controls Engineer. This role will support highly automated assembly operations by serving as a technical resource for PLCs, robotics, vision systems, and manufacturing controls. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on automation experience and a passion for troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and advanced manufacturing technology.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, modify, and support PLC and HMI systems used in automated assembly operations.
• Support industrial robotics, vision systems, and automated production equipment.
• Diagnose electrical, pneumatic, sensor, and controls-related issues to minimize downtime.
• Integrate and maintain error‑proofing systems, torque tools, and quality validation equipment.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurring equipment failures.
• Partner with maintenance, manufacturing, and engineering teams to improve system performance and reliability.
• Support automation upgrades, controls projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Optimize cycle times, equipment performance, and production efficiency.
• Train and support maintenance technicians on controls and automation systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 2+ years of experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLCs.
• Ability to read ladder logic, troubleshoot I/O, and support controls systems.
• Experience with industrial robotics, servo drives, VFDs, and industrial networking.
• Knowledge of Ethernet/IP, Profinet, or similar communication protocols.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FANUC, ABB, or Yaskawa robotics.
• Experience with Cognex or Keyence vision systems.
• Background in highly automated production environments.

TRC Talent Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.