Controls Engineer – PLC & Automation (Travel 50–70%)

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

Job summary

Ridgemont Resources, Inc. in Twinsburg, OH is seeking a Controls Engineer for a confidential liquid beverage manufacturer. This role focuses on automated manufacturing and warehouse operations across multiple facilities, combining hands-on troubleshooting with controls programming to improve reliability and production efficiency.

You will develop control strategies, program PLCs, support equipment upgrades, and mentor site controls teams while traveling 50%–70% and working 1st shift.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two to four years of equivalent related work experience.
• Advanced PLC programming skills and strong knowledge of motion control and industrial 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, conveyor systems, 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

Advanced PLC programming

Motion control

Industrial automation

Analytical skills

Planning

Communication skills

Leadership influence

Driver's license

Travel availability

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

Electrical engineering-related associates degree

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Rockwell Automation

RSView

Job description

Ridgemont Resources, Inc. in Twinsburg, OH is seeking a Controls Engineer for a confidential liquid beverage manufacturer. This role focuses on automated manufacturing and warehouse operations across multiple facilities, combining hands-on troubleshooting with controls programming to improve reliability and production efficiency.

You will develop control strategies, program PLCs, support equipment upgrades, and mentor site controls teams while traveling 50%–70% and working 1st shift.