Controls Engineer: PLC Automation & Process Optimization

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope

Terrell (TX)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits
Paid time off & floating holidays
Bonuses & performance raises
Training opportunities

Job summary

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope Texas is seeking a Controls Engineer to improve existing and commission new metal processing equipment, reporting to the Director of Engineering. This role serves as a key resource for plant-level automation, with a focus on PLC programming, troubleshooting, and modernization of automation systems.

The ideal candidate brings expertise in controls engineering, process optimization, equipment reliability, and manufacturing automation, with hands-on experience in

Qualifications

  • 3–5+ years in controls engineering or industrial automation.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
  • Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs.
  • Knowledge of NFPA, ANSI, and ISO standards.
  • Experience with commissioning, upgrades, and legacy PLC migrations preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain process efficiency and support high-volume manufacturing.
  • Program, troubleshoot, and optimize Allen-Bradley PLC-based control systems.
  • Assist with commissioning new equipment and retrofits.
  • Investigate controls-related issues affecting safety, downtime, and reliability.
  • Leverage data to identify improvements and develop automated reporting.

Skills

Allen-Bradley PLCs
HMIs
VFDs
Industrial automation
Troubleshooting

Education

Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering degree

Tools

Ignition

Job description

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope Texas is seeking a Controls Engineer to improve existing and commission new metal processing equipment, reporting to the Director of Engineering. This role serves as a key resource for plant-level automation, with a focus on PLC programming, troubleshooting, and modernization of automation systems.

The ideal candidate brings expertise in controls engineering, process optimization, equipment reliability, and manufacturing automation, with hands-on experience in

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