Controls Engineer

Aegis Sortation; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

10 company holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Aegis Sortation in Louisville, KY is seeking a Controls Engineer to program and support automation projects from concept to startup. You will design PLC-based control systems for material handling equipment, ensuring customer satisfaction and following safety standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and PLC programming experience. Benefits include competitive salary, health insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in controls engineering: Level I (0–2 years), Level II (2–7 years), Level III (7+ years).
• Willingness to travel up to 80% to customer sites.
• Experience in material handling, automation, or industrial systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC-based control systems.
• Support onsite commissioning, troubleshooting, and startups.
• Collaborate with project teams for on-time solutions.

Skills

PLC programming

Strong communication skills

Ability to work cross-functionally

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Beckhoff

Job description

About Aegis Sortation

At Aegis, our purpose is clear: to create raving fans through expert innovation in intralogistics. Our team combines innovative thinking with deep industry expertise to deliver solutions for projects of all sizes, throughputs, and complexities. Aegis Sortation is a leader in the intralogistics technology and innovation space. Our expertise spans E-Commerce, Freight and Parcel, and Warehouse and Distribution. As a prime integrator, we can conceptualize and lay out complex systems, completing detailed design engineering, procurement, and field installation across various project platforms. Our commitment to integrating excellence throughout the project life cycle sets us apart, delivering automation solutions to businesses ranging from local service providers to international logistics giants.

About The Role

Aegis Sortation is looking for a Controls Engineer to join our growing team and play a key role in programming, commissioning, and supporting high‑impact automation projects from concept through startup. This role is open to early‑career through senior‑level engineers (Level I–III), depending on experience.

What You'll Do

• Design, program, and commission PLC‑based control systems for automated material handling equipment.
• Support onsite commissioning, troubleshooting, and system startups in fast‑paced customer environments.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and project teams to deliver reliable, on‑time solutions.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through strong communication and technical execution.
• Follow industry safety standards and contribute to a zero‑incident culture.
• (Senior Levels) Lead technical efforts, mentor junior engineers, and help elevate the controls team.

Core Values

• Professionalism: Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Everyone is accountable for their work. Above all, respect others.
• Customer Focus: Always work to exceed customer expectations.
• Collaboration: Share ideas; train and mentor others to your level. Improve one another. Take it personal: Complete every task as if your reputation depends on it.
• Make it Better: Ask yourself, “What can I do to make our company better?”
• Open‑Minded: Look at possibilities and think outside the box. Embrace change.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
• Experience in controls engineering (level aligned to experience):
  • Level I: 0–2 years.
  • Level II: 2–7 years.
  • Level III: 7+ years.
• PLC programming experience (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, or similar).
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 80% to customer sites.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in material handling, automation, or industrial systems.
• Proven success with onsite commissioning and troubleshooting.
• OSHA‑30 or relevant PLC certifications.
• (Senior level) Experience mentoring engineers or leading technical teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Health insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• 10 company holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job‑related duties as requested by their supervisor.

It is the policy of Aegis Sortation to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Aegis Sortation will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.