Controls Engineer – 3rd Shift | PLC & Automation

Ashton North LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashton North LLC in the Indianapolis area is seeking a Controls Engineer for the third shift to support automated production and warehouse systems. The role develops and implements control strategies, programs PLC-based controls, and guides equipment improvements across multiple facilities.

The ideal candidate has strong PLC programming, motion control, and industrial automation experience, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and lead technical initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two to four years of 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.

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.

Skills

PLC programming

Motion control

Industrial automation

Troubleshooting

Technical leadership

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Allen-Bradley

RSView

Rockwell Automation

Job description

Ashton North LLC in the Indianapolis area is seeking a Controls Engineer for the third shift to support automated production and warehouse systems. The role develops and implements control strategies, programs PLC-based controls, and guides equipment improvements across multiple facilities.

The ideal candidate has strong PLC programming, motion control, and industrial automation experience, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and lead technical initiatives.