Electrical Controls Engineer

Voestalpine AG; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

401K or 401K Roth up to 6% Match

Quarterly Profit‑Sharing Bonus.

Apprenticeship programs & tuition-reim

Leadership training opportunities

TogetherWeCare volunteer program

Countdown to Zero environmental init

Job summary

voestalpine Roll Forming Corporation is seeking a hands-on Electrical and Controls Technician to join our Corporate Engineering team. You will install, maintain, program, and troubleshoot electrical controls and automation systems on the production floor, working with PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, motors, servos, and robotics to support safe, reliable operations.

The role requires an associate degree in a related field, controls experience, and strong PLC programming skills (Allen-Bradley/Siemens).

Qualifications

• 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 with Allen-Bradley or Siemens platforms.
• Experience with robotics, automation, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of EtherNet/IP, Modbus, EtherCAT.
• Knowledge of motor-control drives (PowerFlex, Kinetix, Indramat).
• Understanding of electrical safety devices, redundant wiring, test pulses, and lockable switches.
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software tools.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, program, and maintain control systems (PLC, HMI, motors, servos, robotics).
• Diagnose and repair electrical and control-system issues to minimize downtime.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on control equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Document system modifications and SOPs.
• Train employees on control-system operation and best practices.
• Support development of project specifications and timelines.
• Maintain safety and industry-standard compliance.

Skills

Electrical controls

PLC programming

Robotics & SCADA

Industrial networks

Motor drives

Electrical schematics

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Beckhoff PLCs

Indramat systems

Motoman robotics

Ignition MES

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.

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.

Schedule

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

What We Offer

See attached job description for further details.

• Several great benefit plans, including multiple health insurance options, vision, dental, life, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, health‑saving accounts, or flexible spending account
• 401K or 401K Roth up to 6% Match
• Quarterly Profit‑Sharing Bonus.
• Apprenticeship programs & tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Leadership training opportunities
• TogetherWeCare, a philanthropic volunteer program that allows employees to support their community while on company time
• Countdown to Zero, a global environmental impact initiative that strives to make our work environments more efficient and environmentally friendly

voestalpine Roll Forming Corporation is an At Will employer. Employment will be at‑will, which means that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without prior notice, and with or without cause.

Roll Forming Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, and any other federal, state, or locally protected classifications. Please contact us at [e-mail] if you require any alternate application form or accommodation during our hiring process due to disability.

We are proud of our employees around the world, and we are working together to create a work environment that promotes diversity, equal opportunity, and a passion for innovation.

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.