Controls Engineer – PLCs, Robotics & Automation

The Keystone Distinction Group

Newnan (GA)

On-site

USD 369,000 - 451,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Bonus potential

Job summary

The Keystone Distinction Group is seeking a seasoned Controls Engineer for our southwest Atlanta metro manufacturing facility. You will troubleshoot, program, and integrate electrical and automation systems to improve safety, efficiency, and uptime in a high‑volume environment.

Role involves PLC/HMI programming, electrical troubleshooting, and collaboration across maintenance, engineering, and production teams. Prior ABB/FANUC robot familiarity is a plus; relocation assistance is available.

Qualifications

  • Four years of technical education or degree; equivalent experience may qualify.
  • Prefer 5 years as a controls engineer; 2+ years considered with relevant background.
  • Experience in Allen‑Bradley PLC environment and machine controls.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and program equipment and automation systems across departments.
  • Lead or support control-system design, FAT, commissioning, and testing.
  • Modify machine programs to improve safety, efficiency, and uptime.
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors on projects.
  • Prepare technical reports and ensure safety/regulatory compliance.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting
PLC programming
Robot troubleshooting
Schematic interpretation
Industrial robotics (ABB/FANUC)
3‑phase power understanding
Control system debugging

Education

Four years of technical education or degree

Tools

RSLogix500
Studio 5000
CCW (Connected Components Workbench)
AutoCAD or EPLAN

Job description

The Keystone Distinction Group is seeking a seasoned Controls Engineer for our southwest Atlanta metro manufacturing facility. You will troubleshoot, program, and integrate electrical and automation systems to improve safety, efficiency, and uptime in a high‑volume environment.

Role involves PLC/HMI programming, electrical troubleshooting, and collaboration across maintenance, engineering, and production teams. Prior ABB/FANUC robot familiarity is a plus; relocation assistance is available.

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