Electrical Controls Engineer

voestalpine Additive Manufacturing North America; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Certification opportunities

Leadership development program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

voestalpine Roll Forming Corporation is seeking 2nd shift Electrical and Controls Technicians for its Jeffersonville, IN plant to install, maintain, program, and troubleshoot electrical controls and automation systems on the production floor. You will work with PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, motors, servos, robotics, and related tech in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley or Siemens platforms, plus knowledge of motors, drives, and

Qualifications

• Requires associate degree in electrical/automation field
• Hands-on PLC programming experience
• Experience with robotics, HMI, and SCADA
• Familiarity with industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, EtherCAT)
• Knowledge of motor drives such as PowerFlex, Kinetix, Indramat
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics
• Strong troubleshooting and teamwork skills
• Proficient with MS Office suite

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, program, and maintain control systems including PLCs, HMIs, and motors
• Diagnose and repair electrical and control issues to minimize downtime
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on control equipment
• Collaborate with teams to improve efficiency, quality, and reliability
• Document modifications and maintain SOPs
• Train employees on control-system operation and practices
• Support project specifications and timelines
• Maintain compliance with safety standards

Skills

PLC programming

Robotics

HMI/SCADA systems

Industrial networks

Schematic reading

Troubleshooting

MS Office

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering

Associate degree in Automation Technology

Related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Beckhoff PLCs

Indramat

Motoman robotics

Ignition MES

PowerFlex

Kinetix

EtherNet/IP

Modbus

EtherCAT

Job description

Job description

Seeking 2nd Shift engineering technicians to support the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical controls and automation systems - based out of our Jeffersonville, IN plant. Ideal candidates will enjoy solving technical issues and working with team members in a manufacturing setting.

Build the Automation Systems That Keep Manufacturing Moving

Roll Forming Corporation is seeking a hands-on Electrical and Controls Technician to join our Corporate Engineering team. In this role, you will install, maintain, program, and troubleshoot electrical controls and automation systems that support safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations. You will work directly on the production floor with PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, motors, servos, robotics, and related technologies while partnering with engineering, maintenance, and production teams.

What You’ll Do

• Install, configure, program, and maintain control systems, including PLCs, HMI software, motors, servos, robots, and related automation equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and control-system issues to minimize production downtime.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections on control equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to implement solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and reliability.
• Document system modifications, maintenance work, and standard operating procedures.
• Train employees on control-system operation and best practices.
• Support the development of project specifications and timelines.
• Maintain compliance with applicable safety requirements and industry standards.

Qualifications

What You Bring

• An associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or a related field.
• Experience as a controls technician or in a similar manufacturing role.
• Hands-on PLC programming experience, particularly with Allen-Bradley or Siemens platforms.
• Experience with robotics, automation, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Working knowledge of industrial network protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and EtherCAT.
• Knowledge of motor-control drives and motion systems, including PowerFlex, Kinetix, or Indramat.
• Understanding of electrical safety devices, redundant wiring, test pulses, and lockable switches.
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with the ability to learn new software tools.

Preferred Experience

Knowledge of Beckhoff PLCs, Indramat systems, Motoman robotics, or Ignition MES software is a strong plus.

Why Join Us?

• Career growth opportunities, including progression to Technician II and Engineer roles.
• Tuition-reimbursement and certification opportunities.
• Leadership development and involvement in special projects.
• A collaborative role with direct impact on manufacturing performance and continuous improvement.

Position Details

• Work location:Onsite in Jeffersonville, Indiana.
• Travel:Generally not required; occasional travel for training or projects may be necessary, up to 10%.
• Physical demands:Regular standing and use of hands; frequent walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; occasional climbing or balancing. Must be able to regularly lift up to 10 pounds, frequently lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work environment:Manufacturing setting with frequent exposure to moving mechanical equipment, fumes or airborne particles, and elevated noise levels.

Eligibility Requirement

Due to export-control requirements, candidates must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR regulations, including a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by applicable law.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Bring your controls expertise, problem-solving skills, and commitment to safe manufacturing to Roll Forming Corporation.

Schedule:

• After successful conclusion of training the hours will be 2nd shift Monday - Friday 3pm to 11:30pm with overtime as needed.

See attached job description for further details.

Introduction

voestalpine Roll Forming Corporation, or RFC as we call it, supplies custom roll formed metal components into several industries including Aerospace, Construction, Material Handling, Off-Highway, Office Furniture, Solar and Transportation. In 2000, Roll Forming Corporation was acquired by globally leading technology group voestalpine AG and became part of the Metal Forming, Tubes and Sections division. Today, voestalpine Roll Forming Corporation has seven production facilities across three states with five facilities and headquarters located in Shelby County, Kentucky and one facility each in Pennsylvania and Indiana.