Controls Engineer (3rd Shift) - PLC & Automation Lead

Connectly Recruiting; Indianapolis (IN); Presencial; USD 75.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Confidential Beverage Manufacturer in the Indianapolis area seeks a Controls Engineer for third shift to lead automation initiatives across multiple facilities. You will develop control strategies, program PLCs, troubleshoot, and implement upgrades for automated production and warehouse systems.

Responsibilities include establishing coding standards, documenting controls, and coaching site teams. Travel is expected at 50–70% with on‑site operations supporting a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Formación

• Associate degree or 2–4 years related work experience.
• Advanced PLC programming skills and motion control knowledge.
• Strong analytical, planning, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead through technical expertise and influence decisions.
• Valid driver's license.
• Availability to work third shift and travel 50–70%.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

PLC programming

Motion control

Industrial automation

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Driver's license

Communication skills

Travel availability

Educación

Associate degree in related field

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Herramientas

Allen-Bradley controls

Rockwell Automation platforms

RSView

Descripción del empleo

Confidential Beverage Manufacturer in the Indianapolis area seeks a Controls Engineer for third shift to lead automation initiatives across multiple facilities. You will develop control strategies, program PLCs, troubleshoot, and implement upgrades for automated production and warehouse systems.

Responsibilities include establishing coding standards, documenting controls, and coaching site teams. Travel is expected at 50–70% with on‑site operations supporting a dynamic manufacturing environment.