Controls Engineer - PLC & Automation Systems

TG Automotive Sealing Kentucky LLC; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TG Automotive Sealing Kentucky LLC in Hopkinsville, KY is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead development and construction of controls for production lines. The role requires hands-on PLC programming across Omron, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi and Proface, plus knowledge of AutoCAD for drafting.

You will design, test and implement control systems, perform root-cause analysis, manage projects and schedules for new parts launches, and collaborate with contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering with 3–5 years’ experience
• Must be self-motivated
• Programming knowledge of Omron, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, Proface PLC & HMI brands
• Knowledge of TPS and other Auto systems
• Brand knowledge in product lines of Cognex, Keyence, SICK, Balluff, Turck, Banner, Allen-Bradley, Omron, IAI, UR robotics, Zebra printers
• Maintain clean and safe work environment
• Ability to code and trouble shoot in ladder logic, structured text and SQL servers
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work with contractors on equipment installations
• Experience in cross-cultural work environments
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Ability to train others
• Skilled in using AutoCAD or other drafting software
• Must be able to work under minimum supervision

Responsibilities

• Development and construction of controls
• Research, design, and management of control systems
• Perform/ assist in root cause failures and make technical recommendations
• Manage project schedules as they apply to new parts launch.
• Maintain and support all production and non-production equipment
• Support maintenance with problem solving.
• Take part in critical part reviews
• Cost reduction improvement.
• Assist in team member training.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager

Skills

PLC programming

Ladder logic

Structured text

SQL databases

AutoCAD

Communication skills

Contractor coordination

Root cause analysis

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

TG Automotive Sealing Kentucky LLC in Hopkinsville, KY is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead development and construction of controls for production lines. The role requires hands-on PLC programming across Omron, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi and Proface, plus knowledge of AutoCAD for drafting.

You will design, test and implement control systems, perform root-cause analysis, manage projects and schedules for new parts launches, and collaborate with contractors.