Controls Engineer – Automotive Automation & Robotics

Jobot

Lamb (KY)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation and holidays

Career growth

Job summary

Jobot seeks a seasoned Controls Engineer to join its engineering team supporting highly automated production operations in Kentucky. You will design, program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC-based systems, driving improvements across electrical controls, HMIs, and robotics.

With 5+ years in industrial manufacturing, you will develop controls architectures, read schematics, and implement automation projects from concept to startup, contributing to efficiency and reliability in a global

Qualifications

Associate's degree in Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar discipline preferred.
5+ years of controls engineering experience within an industrial manufacturing environment.
Strong PLC programming experience with Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley (Rockwell).
Experience programming HMIs and configuring industrial networking.
Ability to troubleshoot PLC, HMI, DCS, and electrical control systems.
Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or similar electrical design software.
Ability to read electrical schematics, P&IDs, and process flow diagrams.
Strong electrical troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and support PLC-based automation systems.
Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLCs, HMIs, and industrial robots.
Design electrical control systems for automated manufacturing equipment.
Support commissioning and startup of new equipment and production lines.
Configure and maintain variable frequency drives (VFDs).
Troubleshoot electrical controls, communication networks, and automation hardware.
Develop control system architecture, documentation, and engineering standards.
Partner with Maintenance and Manufacturing teams to resolve equipment issues.
Support capital equipment projects from concept through implementation.
Improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, and equipment reliability.
Assist with industrial automation integration and controls procurement.
Ensure compliance with engineering change management processes and safety standards.