Controls Engineer – PLC/Robotics, Visa Sponsorship

Jobot

Springfield (MO)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

1 hour ago

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Job summary

Jobot is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to design, program, and optimize PLC, HMI, and robotics systems for a highly automated manufacturing facility. You will lead projects from concept to implementation and work closely with maintenance, manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to improve safety, productivity, and equipment effectiveness.

The role requires 2+ years in controls engineering, strong Allen Bradley PLC experience, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent controls engineering experience.
2+ years of controls engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong PLC programming experience, preferably with Allen Bradley (Studio 5000, RSLogix).
Experience with HMI development and industrial automation systems.
Robotics experience, ideally with Fanuc.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical controls, PLCs, sensors, drives, and industrial networks.
Experience reading electrical schematics and technical documentation.
Continuous improvement mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

Design, modify, and optimize PLC, HMI, and robotic control systems across a highly automated manufacturing facility.
Lead controls and automation projects from concept through implementation.
Troubleshoot complex electrical, controls, robotics, and automation issues to maximize equipment uptime.
Partner with maintenance, manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to improve safety, productivity, and overall equipment effectiveness.
Program and support Allen Bradley PLCs, HMIs, industrial networks, and robotic systems.
Develop and maintain electrical schematics, controls documentation, and operating procedures.
Support new equipment installations, upgrades, and commissioning.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles.
Implement modern automation technologies including vision systems, Industry 4.0 initiatives, and smart manufacturing solutions.