Controls Engineer

Sigil Partners Staffing; Ligonier (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigil Partners Staffing is seeking an experienced controls engineer to support production through PLC and robotics programming across multiple plants. You will troubleshoot existing systems, design new PLC controls, and help optimize line performance with electrical drawings and wiring knowledge.

The role requires 3–5 years of PLC/robot programming, travel to sister plants, and the ability to train others on controls-related skills while developing maintenance plans for equipment and processes.

Qualifications

• Degree preferred but not required; electrical engineering background is a plus.
• 3–5 years of PLC and robot programming experience.
• Experience with Siemens S7 and industrial automation concepts is a plus.
• Ability to travel to sister plants as needed for project work.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and program existing and new plant automation equipment.
• Design and program PLC controls for new and existing lines.
• Travel to sister plants for project completion.
• Develop preventative maintenance plans for plant equipment.
• Train plant techs and engineers on controls-related skills.
• Create and correct plant electrical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Collaborate with plant teams to quote projects accurately.

Skills

PLC programming

Robotics programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Ladder logic

Industrial networking

Training/mentoring

Electrical drawings

Project scheduling

Vision systems

RSNetWorx/RSView/Panel Builder

Education

BSEE or BSME degree (preferred)

Tools

RSNetWorx

RSView Studio

Panel Builder

Cognex In-Sight

Fanuc

Allen Bradley

Job description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS• Support production by troubleshooting and programmingexisting and new plant automation equipment• Program and design new and existing PLC controls• Travel to sister plants as needed for completion of core jobfunctions.• Maintain accurate and consistent schedules for projects andtasks for multiple plant projects.• Programming of robots and touching up points as needed tosupport production needs.• Working with production and process to optimize line flow,cycle time issues and quality concerns through changes inprogramming or troubleshooting of controls.• Program and design new and existing PLC controls.• Help plan preventative maintenance plans for equipment inthe plant both new and current.• Work to help develop new technology for the plant to utilize inefforts to improve cycle times and quality detection /prevention systems.• Help train plant techs and engineers on controls related skills.• Create and correct plant electrical drawings for equipment.• Work with plant teams to help develop accurate quotingmodelsKEY COMPETENCIES• Advanced/Intermediate skill level with Microsoft OfficeSuite; Word, Excel, and PowerPointExcellent Analytical Skills• Ability to use RS Net Worx software, RS View Studio andPanel Builder software• Ability to perform electrical troubleshooting and readelectrical prints• Ability to wire industrial control systems including480V/120V/24V power, drives, motors, I/O and sensors• Ability to design, diagnose, and troubleshoot visionapplications• Ability to connect to PLC and navigate programmingsoftware• Hands-on approach to problem solving and analysis.REQUIREMENTSEducation:• BSEE or BSME Degree preferred but not requiredYears of Experience:• 3 – 5 Years of experience programming andtroubleshooting PLCs and Robots• 1-3 Years of Siemens S7 programming experience a plusOther Requirements:• Regular and predictable attendance required• High level of understanding of Fanuc Robots and ABBrobot operations• Demonstrated understanding of Ethernet cabling andaddressing, Device Net, RIO, and wireless PC networking• Understanding of basic concepts of MMIs, familiar withPanelView Plus and PanelView hardware• Demonstrated understanding of Cognex In-Sight software• Demonstrated knowledge of ladder logic programming,PLC 5, SLC500, ControlLogix, MicroLogix, RIO, EthernetI/P, DeviceNet• Demonstrated understanding of AC and DC motors andservo systems• Working knowledge of Kinetix, Ultra3000, PowerFlex,1305 and 1338 drivesYou should be proficient in:PLC Troubleshooting Skills120/208/240/480 Voltage SystemsIndustrial Robot ProgrammingPLC Programming ExperienceMachines & technologies you'll use:Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Fanuc, Allen Bradley)