Controls Technician

Aerotek; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Aerotek in Lafayette, IN is seeking a hands-on Controls Technician to support and improve automated manufacturing systems in a fast-paced production environment. You will troubleshoot PLCs, read electrical schematics, and collaborate with maintenance and engineering to maximize equipment reliability and performance.

The role emphasizes startup and optimization of new equipment, with experience across HMIs, SCADA, VFDs, and robotics being a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience with Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLC platforms.
• Troubleshooting automation systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, ladder logic, and control drawings.
• Experience with HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of SCADA systems.
• Familiarity with robotics or motion control systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve electrical and controls-related equipment failures to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot and modify PLC programs using Allen-Bradley and Siemens software platforms.
• Support HMIs, industrial networks, and machine-to-machine interfaces.
• Analyze recurring equipment issues and implement long-term corrective actions.
• Assist with startup, commissioning, and optimization of new equipment and automation projects.
• Perform root cause analysis on machine faults and develop sustainable solutions.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to improve uptime and efficiency.

Skills

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Automation troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Tools

HMIs

VFDs

SCADA

Job description

Job Title: Controls Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on Controls Technician to support and improve automated manufacturing systems in a fast-paced production environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys troubleshooting complex equipment, optimizing control systems, and working closely with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to maximize equipment reliability and performance. The Controls Technician will focus on PLC troubleshooting, electrical troubleshooting, HMI support, and continuous improvement initiatives across a variety of automated production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve electrical and controls-related equipment failures to minimize downtime.

• Troubleshoot and modify PLC programs using Allen-Bradley and Siemens software platforms.

• Support HMIs, industrial communication networks, and machine-to-machine interfaces.

• Analyze recurring equipment issues and implement long-term corrective actions.

• Assist with startup, commissioning, and optimization of new equipment and automation projects.

• Perform root cause analysis on machine faults and develop sustainable solutions.

• Work with maintenance and production teams to improve equipment uptime and efficiency.

Essential Skills

• Experience with Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLC platforms.

• Troubleshooting automation systems.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, and control drawings.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and automated manufacturing equipment.

• Knowledge of SCADA systems.

• Familiarity with robotics or motion control systems.

Why Work Here?

This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced automation technology and provides career growth within engineering, automation, and maintenance leadership. Enjoy working a 1st shift schedule in a supportive environment focused on innovation.

Work Environment

The work environment is a clean, organized, and safety-focused manufacturing floor.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lafayette, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lafayette, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.