Controls Engineer - Automation & 50% Travel, 1st Shift

Clear Concepts, Inc.; Twinsburg (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Concepts, Inc. is seeking a Controls Engineer for the Twinsburg, OH area to support automated manufacturing and warehouse operations. The role focuses on troubleshooting, programming PLC-based controls, and improving equipment reliability across multiple facilities.

You will develop control strategies for production equipment, support upgrades, and collaborate with engineering and operations leaders to implement best practices. A base salary range and travel expectations are provided.

Qualifications

• Requires an associate degree or 2–4 years of related experience.
• Advanced PLC programming and motion control knowledge.
• Ability to develop controls solutions and troubleshoot complex equipment.
• 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%.

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 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

Analytical skills

Planning

Organization

Communication

Leadership

Third shift readiness

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in related field

Associate degree in electrical engineering or related discipline

Tools

Allen-Bradley controls

Rockwell Automation platforms

RSView

Job description

Clear Concepts, Inc. is seeking a Controls Engineer for the Twinsburg, OH area to support automated manufacturing and warehouse operations. The role focuses on troubleshooting, programming PLC-based controls, and improving equipment reliability across multiple facilities.

You will develop control strategies for production equipment, support upgrades, and collaborate with engineering and operations leaders to implement best practices. A base salary range and travel expectations are provided.