Controls Engineer

Appone; Roanoke (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid medical insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Appone is seeking a Controls Engineer LV1 to learn PLC-based control systems for material handling equipment. You will contribute to design, testing, and documentation while gaining expertise in industry standards and best practices.

The role emphasizes learning, collaboration with project teams, and development of skills in hardware and software control systems for conveyor technologies. This is a full-time position with on-site responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Basic programing/ electrical design skills knowledge preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents including blueprints and specs.
• Strong communication and collaboration with project team members.

Responsibilities

• Learn, design, test, document and sustain hardware and software control systems for conveyor systems and technologies.
• Contribute to projects as needed.
• Work to meet deadlines and support extended hours when necessary.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

AUTOCAD

EPLAN

Relays

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Summary

The Controls Engineer LV1 will learn various aspects of engineering work in the design and startup of PLC controlled systems for material handling equipment. A Controls Engineer LV1 is expected to contribute to a project in a minimal level while learning best practices and industry standards.

Experience

Has a basic engineering and programming foundation. Expected to spend majority of time learning about different types of hardware/software that are used in the industry.

Job Expectations: To develop skills in their field of study, and the ability to work with some degree of independence.

Responsibilities

Learn, Design, test, document and sustain hardware and software control systems in the role of Controls Engineer LV1 to support various conveyor systems and technologies. Contribute to projects as needed.

Basic Qualifications

• Basic programing/ electrical design skills knowledge preferred.
• Ability to understand instructions and independently carry out instructed tasks.
• Detail and quality oriented. Must be comfortable reading and interpreting technical documentation including blueprints, construction specifications and other items.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience with collaborating with project team members to define and deliver maintainable and reliable systems.
• Ability to work under deadlines, on short notice and support extended/off-hours when needed to support project or resolve engineering issues.
• Proficiency in MsOffice (Outlook, WORD, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university.
• Experience with industrial control systems with various HMIs.
• Experience in industrial control system installation, integration, and commissioning.
• Working knowledge of Rockwell Automation technology, including hardware, software, and communication protocols.
• Experience with using Relays for controls technology.
• Understanding of LOTO and how to create various placards.
• AUTOCAD skills, able to read schematic and assembly drawings.
• Experience with Eplan.
• Identify faults and troubleshoot to find root cause.
• Proficient with written and verbal technical communication including generating reports and conducting group presentations.
• Panel Design experience including layout and wiring schematic development
• GM training certificates: GCCH, GCCS, Ethernet Networks

Position Requirements

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift Days

Pay Rate $70,000 $85,000

Benefits Eligible for Company-paid, employee-only Medical and Dental insurance plans. Eligible to enroll in employee-paid voluntary insurance benefits which include, Vision, Short-term Disability, Long-term Di

Position Controls Engineer

Close Date 12/1/2026

Post Internal Days 0

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Open Date 10/2/2026

Location Ft Wayne

This position is currently accepting applications.

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