Controls Engineer, 3rd Shift – PLC & Automation

Tom Trese Networking LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Beverage Manufacturer in the Indianapolis area is seeking a Controls Engineer for the 3rd shift to support automated production and warehouse operations across multiple facilities.

You will develop and implement control strategies, program PLC-based controls, troubleshoot, and help standardize practices. Occasional travel and a strong focus on reliability and efficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2–4 years of related work experience.
• Advanced PLC programming skills and motion control knowledge.
• Ability to develop controls solutions and troubleshoot complex equipment problems.

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 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 to prioritize and resolve controls issues.
• Provide technical direction and training to site controls engineers and maintenance teams.
• Explain technical recommendations clearly to plant teams and senior leadership.
• Stay current with automation technology and programming tools.

Skills

PLC programming

Motion control

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Technical troubleshooting

Driver's license

Communication

Education

Associate degree in electrical engineering or related field

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (preferred)

Tools

Allen-Bradley controllers

Rockwell Automation

RSView

Job description

Confidential Beverage Manufacturer in the Indianapolis area is seeking a Controls Engineer for the 3rd shift to support automated production and warehouse operations across multiple facilities.

You will develop and implement control strategies, program PLC-based controls, troubleshoot, and help standardize practices. Occasional travel and a strong focus on reliability and efficiency are required.