Controls Engineer - Automation & Motion (Travel 50-70%)

6 Degrees Search; Twinsburg (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

6 Degrees Search in Twinsburg, OH seeks a Controls Engineer for the 1st shift at a confidential beverage manufacturer. You will develop and implement control strategies, program PLCs, and support automation across multiple plants.

The role emphasizes reliability, efficiency, and cross‑facility collaboration; travel 50–70% is expected, and strong knowledge of Allen‑Bradley/RSView/Rockwell is preferred. Associates degree or 2–4 years’ related experience is required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2–4 years of related work experience.
• Advanced PLC programming skills and strong knowledge of motion control and 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, 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 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

Cross-functional leadership

Strong communication

Driver’s license

Education

Associate degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley

RSView

Rockwell Automation

Job description

6 Degrees Search in Twinsburg, OH seeks a Controls Engineer for the 1st shift at a confidential beverage manufacturer. You will develop and implement control strategies, program PLCs, and support automation across multiple plants.

The role emphasizes reliability, efficiency, and cross‑facility collaboration; travel 50–70% is expected, and strong knowledge of Allen‑Bradley/RSView/Rockwell is preferred. Associates degree or 2–4 years’ related experience is required.