Controls Engineer 3rd Shift

KLA Industries, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA Industries, Inc. in the Indianapolis area is seeking a Controls Engineer on the 3rd shift to support automated manufacturing and warehouse operations.

You will develop control strategies, program PLC-based systems, troubleshoot equipment, and help standardize controls practices across facilities. Travel up to 70%.

The role requires an associate degree or 2–4 years' experience, strong PLC and motion control skills, and ability to lead with technical expertise.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2–4 years related work experience.
• Advanced PLC programming and motion control knowledge.
• Ability to develop controls solutions and troubleshoot complex equipment.
• Strong analytical, planning, organization, and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel 50–70%.
• Available to work third shift.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement control strategies for automated production equipment, conveyors, and warehouse operations.
• Program, troubleshoot, test, and repair PLC-based controls and motion systems.
• Support design and development of controls for new equipment and upgrades.
• Establish programming standards, coding practices, and controls documentation.
• Evaluate automation solutions and improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Partner with engineering, maintenance, and operations to prioritize controls issues.
• Provide technical direction, coaching, and training to site controls teams.
• Explain technical recommendations to plant teams and leadership.
• Stay current with automation technology and tools.

Skills

PLC programming

Motion control

Industrial automation

Communication

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Rockwell Automation

RSView

Job description

Controls Engineer – 3rd Shift

Beverage Manufacturing | Indianapolis Area, IN

Base Salary: $75,000-$90,000, depending on experience
Schedule: Third shift
Travel: Approximately 50%-70%

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting a Controls Engineer for a confidential liquid beverage manufacturer in the Indianapolis area.

This role supports automated manufacturing and warehouse operations across multiple facilities. You'll combine hands‑on troubleshooting with controls programming, equipment improvements, and technical guidance to help teams improve reliability, production efficiency, and consistency across locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement control strategies for automated production equipment, conveyor systems, and warehouse operations.

• Program, troubleshoot, test, and repair PLC‑based controls and motion systems.

• Support the design and development of controls for new equipment and system upgrades.

• Establish consistent programming standards, coding practices, and controls documentation across facilities.

• Evaluate automation solutions and recommend improvements to equipment performance and reliability.

• Partner with engineering, maintenance, and operations leaders to prioritize and resolve controls issues.

• Provide technical direction, coaching, and training to site controls engineers and maintenance teams.

• Explain technical recommendations clearly to plant teams and senior leadership.

• Stay current with automation technology, programming tools, and emerging equipment capabilities.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or two to four years of equivalent related work experience.

• Advanced PLC programming skills and strong knowledge of motion control and industrial automation systems.

• Ability to develop controls solutions and troubleshoot complex equipment problems.

• Strong analytical, planning, organization, and communication skills.

• Ability to lead through technical expertise and influence decisions across departments.

• Valid driver's license.

• Availability to work third shift and travel approximately 50%-70%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related technical discipline.

• Electrical engineering or controls engineering experience.

• Experience with Allen‑Bradley controls, Rockwell Automation platforms, and RSView.

• Experience supporting continuous‑flow conveyor systems.

• Documented Allen‑Bradley or Rockwell Automation training or certifications.

Work Environment

This position supports manufacturing and warehouse facilities with varying operating conditions. Work may involve elevated noise levels, areas without temperature control, and exposure to hot or cold temperatures.