Controls Engineer

Accelera; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera seeks a driven Controls Engineer for our Cincinnati, OH facility to contribute to advanced automation projects. You will focus on creating, integrating, and advancing control systems that optimize production workflows and safety compliance.

Role requires 2+ years in controls engineering, strong PLC/SCADA/HMI skills, and experience with electrical and automation hardware. Collaboration across teams is essential to drive reliable, efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Controls or Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum two years in a controls engineering role.
• Proficient in PLC programming, SCADA, and HMI development.
• Experience with VFDs, servo motors, and automation hardware.

Responsibilities

• Create and deploy control solutions for production machinery and workflows.
• Manage software for SCADA, HMI, and PLC platforms.
• Collaborate with departments to diagnose and fix control-system challenges.
• Validate and test systems to maintain peak operational efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and training to the production team.
• Maintain design specs, change records, and operational protocols.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA/HMI

C/C++/Structured Text

Ladder Logic

VFDs and servo motors

Industrial robotics

Education

Degree in Controls Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Vision systems

ABB robotics

Job description

Our Cincinnati, OH facility is looking for a driven Controls Engineer to contribute to our team. You will focus on the creation, integration, and advancement of control systems designed to optimize our production workflows. We invite you to apply if you possess a strong interest in automation technology and enjoy working within a cooperative professional setting.

Role Summary

Our Cincinnati, OH facility is looking for a driven Controls Engineer to contribute to our team. You will focus on the creation, integration, and advancement of control systems designed to optimize our production workflows. We invite you to apply if you possess a strong interest in automation technology and enjoy working within a cooperative professional setting.

Core Duties

• Create and deploy control solutions tailored for production machinery and operational workflows.
• Manage and update software architecture for SCADA, HMI, and PLC platforms.
• Work alongside diverse departments to pinpoint and fix technical challenges within control systems.
• Perform rigorous validation and testing to help maintain peak operational efficiency for all systems.
• Offer technical guidance and educational resources to help the production team operate systems effectively.
• Maintain comprehensive records of system modifications, design specifications, and operational protocols.
• Monitor advancements in the field to keep our engineering practices current with modern technology.

Required Background

• Degree in Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable discipline.
• Minimum of two years working in a controls engineering capacity or equivalent.
• Skilled in coding with C/C++, Structured Text, or Ladder Logic.
• Practical background working with SCADA, HMI, and PLC hardware.
• Strong analytical capabilities and a meticulous approach to complex tasks.
• Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to contribute to a team.
• Understanding of industrial safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

Key technical proficiencies include:

• Expertise in PLC programming
• SCADA system proficiency
• Machine vision programming capabilities

Equipment and systems you will operate:

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Allen Bradley Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
• Vision systems
• Servo motor technology
• ABB industrial robotics