Controls Engineer

Manpower Group (USA); Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Vision plan

HSA

FSAs

Dependent Care FSA

Life Insurance

Travel Insurance

Weekly Pay

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to join its client in Cincinnati, OH. You will design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain site-wide control systems to improve efficiency and safety across manufacturing operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in electronics/automation/mechatronics or related experience, 5+ years of PLC design and debugging, and proficiency with Rockwell Studio 5000, RS Logix 5000, FactoryTalk, and related systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in electronics technology, automation, mechatronics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience designing, programming, and troubleshooting PLCs (preferably Allen-Bradley).
• Proficiency with Rockwell software and EtherNet/IP industrial networking.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain site-wide control systems for efficiency and safety.
• Lead engineering changes, equipment upgrades, and cross-department initiatives to support manufacturing processes.
• Assist with implementing new tools and processes, providing training to team members.

Skills

Industrial PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Electrical schematics interpretation

Cross-department collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Technology / Automation / Mechatronics

Tools

Studio 5000 / RS Logix 5000

FactoryTalk

Wonderware System Platform

EtherNet/IP networking

Allen-Bradley systems

Job description

Our client, a leading organization in the manufacturing industry, is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to join their team. As an Automation Controls Engineer, you will be part of the Engineering Department supporting the Maintenance and Reliability teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a proactive attitude, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title:Automation Controls Engineer

What's the Job?

• Design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain site-wide control systems to ensure operational efficiency and safety.
• Lead engineering changes, equipment upgrades, and cross-departmental initiatives to support manufacturing processes.
• Assist with the implementation of new tools and processes, providing training to team members.
• Interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams to guide system design and integration.
• Support system troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex control issues across multiple manufacturing systems.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Technology, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field, or a combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience designing, programming, and troubleshooting PLCs, preferably Allen-Bradley systems.
• Proficiency with Rockwell Suite of Software: Studio 5000 / RS Logix 5000, Factory Talk, Wonderware System Platform.
• Experience with industrial networking systems such as EtherNet/IP.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative manufacturing environment.
• Chance to lead impactful control system projects and upgrades.
• Supportive team culture focused on continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Competitive salary aligned with your expertise and experience.
• Relocation assistance available from anywhere to Cincinnati, Ohio.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• 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
• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.