Controls Engineer

Linde Advanced Material Technologies; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Pension benefits

Employee discount

Educational growth

Job summary

Linde Advanced Material Technologies Inc. is seeking a Controls Engineer in Indianapolis, IN to support automation systems including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, robotics and servo controls. You will troubleshoot electrical issues and assist with commissioning to improve equipment reliability.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Operations, Maintenance and Engineering, plus applying Lean principles to drive continuous improvement and strong documentation practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer/Automation engineering or related field.
• 0–3 years of controls engineering or related manufacturing experience (internships/co-ops OK).
• Basic PLC programming and HMI knowledge.
• Exposure to Allen-Bradley/Rockwell platforms (Studio 5000) preferred.
• Familiarity with electrical systems, instrumentation and industrial networks.

Responsibilities

• Support industrial automation systems including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, robotics, and servo controls.
• Troubleshoot controls and electrical issues to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
• Assist with commissioning, validation, and startup of manufacturing equipment.
• Support automation projects, controls upgrades, and equipment integration.
• Analyze production performance data to identify process improvements.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to resolve issues.
• Maintain control system documentation and SOPs.
• Apply Lean principles like waste reduction and standardized work.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI systems

Industrial controls

Allen-Bradley/Studio 5000

Electrical systems

Lean manufacturing

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Robotics ABB

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related technical discipline

Tools

Studio 5000

Rockwell Automation

Job description

Linde Advanced Material Technologies Inc.

Controls Engineer

Indianapolis, IN, United States | req32994

What you will enjoy doing*

• In this role you will support industrial automation systems, including Programmable Logic Controller (PLCs), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), robotics, and servo controls
• Troubleshoot controls and electrical issues to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime
• Assist with commissioning, validation, and startup of new or upgraded manufacturing equipment
• Support automation projects, controls upgrades, and equipment integration initiatives
• Analyze production performance and downtime data to identify process improvement opportunities
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to resolve production challenges
• Maintain control system documentation, programming updates, and standard operating procedures
• Learn and apply Lean Production principles such as waste reduction, standardized work, and continuous improvement

What Makes You Great

• You will hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related technical discipline required
• 0-3 years of experience in controls engineering, automation, or manufacturing environments (internships/co-ops acceptable)
• Basic knowledge of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming, Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) systems, industrial controls, or automation technologies
• Exposure to Allen-Bradley/Rockwell platforms, Studio 5000, or similar tools preferred
• Familiarity with electrical systems, instrumentation, and industrial communication networks is a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn in a hands‑on manufacturing environment
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting and communicate effectively across functions
• Basic understanding of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement concepts preferred
• Self‑motivated with a strong desire to develop technical and professional skills
• Fundamental understanding of robotics with ABB Robotics Systems experience preferred

Why you will love working with us

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2025 sales of $34 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high‑quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain, decarbonise and protect our planet.

Linde serves a variety of end markets such as chemicals & energy, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, metals and mining. Linde’s industrial gases and technologies are used in countless applications, enabling space exploration and launch technologies, delivering ultra‑high‑purity and specialty gases for semiconductor manufacturing, providing life‑saving medical oxygen and enabling clean hydrogen production and carbon capture to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Linde also delivers state‑of‑the‑art gas processing solutions to support customer growth, efficiency improvements and emissions reductions.

What we offer you!

At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you’re looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless.

Linde offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount programme, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organisational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

Linde Advanced Material Technologies Inc. abides by applicable export control laws including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) in accordance with the company’s export control procedures. As such, persons considered for this position must be either a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder) or otherwise classifiable as a U.S. person under relevant regulations.

Linde Advanced Material Technologies Inc. acts responsibly towards its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment in every one of its business areas, regions and locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development.

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager.