Hands-On Controls Engineer - PLC & Automation

K

Georgetown (KY)

On-site

USD 41,000 - 48,000

Full time

42 hours ago
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Job summary

K Georgetown, KY-based manufacturer is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to support electrical design, automation upgrades, installation, and commissioning of stamping presses and related equipment.

This hands-on role emphasizes PLC programming, electrical design, troubleshooting, and equipment commissioning, working with engineering, electrical, mechanical, and construction teams to upgrade and install equipment.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, technician degree, or equivalent work experience.
  • PLC programming experience – required.
  • Experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi and/or Siemens PLCs preferred.
  • Experience with AutoCAD Electrical.
  • Electrical hardware design and modification experience.
  • Experience with industrial equipment demolition, installation and commissioning.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to travel and work in Canada and Mexico.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, modify, troubleshoot, and validate PLC programs for manufacturing equipment and automation systems.
  • Program and support PLC platforms including Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Mitsubishi, Siemens, Yaskawa, and Toyopuc.

Skills

PLC programming
Electrical design
Troubleshooting
Equipment commissioning
Field installation
Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
Electrical Engineering Technology
Technician degree

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley
Mitsubishi
Siemens
AutoCAD Electrical
GP-Pro
Pro-face hardware

Job description

K Georgetown, KY-based manufacturer is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to support electrical design, automation upgrades, installation, and commissioning of stamping presses and related equipment.

This hands-on role emphasizes PLC programming, electrical design, troubleshooting, and equipment commissioning, working with engineering, electrical, mechanical, and construction teams to upgrade and install equipment.

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