Controls Engineer – 3rd Shift, PLC & Motion Expert

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

Job summary

Ridgemont Resources, Inc. in the Indianapolis area is seeking a Controls Engineer for the 3rd shift in a confidential beverage manufacturing environment.

The role focuses on automated production and warehouse controls, PLC programming, and equipment improvements to boost reliability and efficiency across facilities. The ideal candidate has an associate degree (or 2–4 years related experience), strong PLC and motion control skills, and the ability to lead through technical expertise while

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%.

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

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley controls

Rockwell Automation platforms

RSView

Job description

Ridgemont Resources, Inc. in the Indianapolis area is seeking a Controls Engineer for the 3rd shift in a confidential beverage manufacturing environment.

The role focuses on automated production and warehouse controls, PLC programming, and equipment improvements to boost reliability and efficiency across facilities. The ideal candidate has an associate degree (or 2–4 years related experience), strong PLC and motion control skills, and the ability to lead through technical expertise while