Controls Engineer

Fortune Brands Innovations; Butler (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is seeking a Controls Engineer to lead control system development for Butler Manufacturing Operations, program PLCs, and guide maintenance teams.

You will drive projects from concept to startup, while pushing continuous improvements in reliability and safety. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in controls engineering, strong Rockwell and Fanuc experience, and the ability to draft electrical schematics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of Controls Engineering experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment; experience working for an equipment builder or integrator is a plus.
• Expertise in Rockwell Automation software and Allen Bradley PLC systems; experience with Fanuc Robotics; ability to draft and interpret electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• System Development: Design and develop control systems for automated machinery; create electrical drawings and control specifications.
• PLC Programming: Program and optimize control systems, primarily using Allen Bradley PLC platforms.
• Maintenance Support: Provide technical expertise and leadership to maintenance teams to troubleshoot and resolve malfunctions.
• Project Management: Lead capital projects, manage outside resources and vendors, oversee installation and startup of new equipment.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement lean opportunities to drive efficiency and ergonomics.
• Equipment Protection and Safety: Implement controls changes to improve reliability and safety under OSHA requirements.

Skills

Rockwell Automation

Allen Bradley PLC

Fanuc Robotics

Electrical schematics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

Tools

Rockwell Software

Fanuc Robotics

Electrical schematics drafting

Job description

Company Description

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry‑leading home, security and digital products company. We’re focused on exciting opportunities within the home, security and commercial building markets. Our driving purpose is to elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too.

At Fortune Brands, we’re building something big. We’re advancing exciting innovations in all of our products and processes. We’re delivering trust, dependability, sustainability, and style. To make it all happen, we’ve transformed our workplace into an environment where smart, ambitious people have the support to reach their fullest potential. When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high‑performing team empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive culture where everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength.

Job Description

As a Controls Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and support for the Butler Manufacturing Operations. You are responsible for maintaining and optimizing control systems to ensure seamless production and peak system performance. You will act as a change agent, driving continuous improvement in equipment reliability and a safety‑focused culture. The control engineer will be required to lead projects from concept through completion.

Responsibilities

• System Development: Design and develop control systems for automated machinery, including creating electrical drawings and control specifications.
• PLC Programming: Program and optimize control systems, primarily using Allen Bradley PLC platforms.
• Maintenance Support: Provide technical expertise and leadership to maintenance associates to troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions.
• Project Management: Lead capital projects, manage outside resources and vendors, and oversee the installation and startup of new equipment. Must have good teamwork and communication skills to smoothly implement key projects.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement lean opportunities to drive equipment operating efficiency and ergonomic improvements.
• Equipment Protection and Safety: Make changes to equipment controls to improve reliability and safety. Good understanding of OSHA safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of Controls Engineering experience.
• Industry Background: Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is required; experience working for an equipment builder or integrator is a plus.
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Expertise in Rockwell Automation software and Allen Bradley PLC systems.
  • Experience with Fanuc Robotics.
  • Ability to draft and interpret electrical schematics.

Additional Information

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $70,000 USD - $110,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role‑based sales incentive plan. At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market‑leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates. Fortune Brands is built on industry‑leading brands and innovation within the high‑growth categories of water, outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments, with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury, contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more, visit our website at fbin.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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