Controls Engineer (Siemens / CNC / Motion Systems)

KCM Technical; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technical services firm located in Hebron, Kentucky, is seeking an individual with strong experience in Siemens PLC programming (TIA Portal/STEP 7) to develop and support control systems. The role involves creating and maintaining software for PLCs, HMI, and motion control systems, as well as troubleshooting real-world machine issues. Candidates should also have a background in CNC machines or motion-based systems, and the ability to work on controls and electrical systems. This position is 100% onsite and requires U.S. citizenship or a Green Card.

Qualifications

• Experience with Siemens PLC programming (TIA Portal and/or STEP 7).
• Background working with CNC machines or motion-based systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot controls and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support Siemens-based control systems (TIA Portal / STEP 7).
• Create and maintain PLC, HMI, and motion control software.
• Support machine startup, commissioning, and customer acceptance.

Skills

Siemens PLC programming

CNC machines and motion-based systems

Troubleshooting controls and electrical systems

Real-world machine issue resolution

Tools

TIA Portal

STEP 7

SINUMERIK 840D

C

C#

Job description

Hebron, KY (100% Onsite)

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and support Siemens-based control systems (TIA Portal / STEP 7)
• Create and maintain PLC, HMI, and motion control software
• Work on multi-axis systems including gantry and robotic equipment
• Support machine startup, commissioning, and customer acceptance
• Collaborate with electrical engineering on hardware selection and layout (drives, I/O, amplifiers)
• Troubleshoot real-world machine issues (electrical + software)
• Contribute across the full lifecycle — from design through production release

What They’re Looking For (Must-Haves)

• Experience with Siemens PLC programming (TIA Portal and/or STEP 7)
• Background working with CNC machines, machine tools, or motion-based systems
• Experience with servo systems, multi-axis motion, or robotics
• Ability to troubleshoot controls + electrical systems
• Experience working on equipment or machines (not just plant systems)
• U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder

Nice to Have

• Experience with SINUMERIK 840D
• Programming experience in C, C#, or similar
• Experience in real-time control systems (RTOS)
• Background working with custom automation or OEM equipment