Industrial Controls Engineer

MS Companies; Cullman (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Relocation support

Job summary

MS Companies is seeking an experienced Industrial Controls Engineer based in Cullman, Alabama for a large-scale wire drawing and cable winding manufacturing facility. This hands-on role focuses on PLC troubleshooting, Siemens programming, and high-voltage electrical systems.

The ideal candidate will work closely with maintenance and operations to enhance automation reliability and safety. Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and experience with Siemens PLCs.

This position offers competitive compensation and relocation support.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in controls, automation, or electrical engineering within manufacturing.
• Hands-on PLC troubleshooting experience in live production environments.
• Strong knowledge of AC/DC circuits and high-voltage systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in PLC-based machine control systems.
• Develop and modify Siemens PLC and HMI programs.
• Support commissioning, startups, and upgrades of automation systems.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

AutoCAD

Job description

Industrial Controls Engineer (High Voltage / Heavy Manufacturing)

About the Role

We are seeking an Industrial Controls Engineer to support a large-scale wire drawing and cable winding manufacturing facility. This is a hands‑on, plant‑based role focused on PLC troubleshooting, Siemens programming, and high‑voltage electrical systems in a heavy manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate is a controls engineer who enjoys being on the plant floor, working closely with maintenance and operations, and taking ownership of automation reliability, safety, and uptime.

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in PLC‑based machine control systems
• Develop and modify Siemens PLC and HMI programs to improve efficiency and quality
• Lead electrical control system design from start to finish (panel layout, field wiring, schematics)
• Support commissioning, startups, and upgrades of automation systems
• Recommend and implement improvements to enhance uptime, safety, and product quality
• Partner daily with maintenance technicians, operators, and engineering teams

What We’re Looking For (Required)

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (controls, power, or automation focus)
• 3+ years of experience in controls, automation, or electrical engineering within manufacturing
• Hands‑on PLC troubleshooting experience in live production environments
• Siemens PLC experience required
• AutoCAD experience required (electrical schematics and control drawings)
• Strong knowledge of AC/DC circuits, industrial power distribution, MCCs, and high‑voltage systems

Nice to Have

• Experience in wire, cable, metals, continuous process, or heavy manufacturing
• Experience with drives, motors, and industrial networks
• AutoCAD Electrical experience
• Commissioning or system upgrade experience
• Large, heavy industrial manufacturing facility
• Majority plant‑floor focused
• Exposure to loud noise and temperature variations
• Overtime, weekends, or holidays as needed
• Up to 10% domestic travel

Why Apply

• Work in a large, complex manufacturing operation with real technical challenges
• High visibility role with direct impact on production and reliability
• Stable environment with long‑term opportunity
• Competitive compensation and relocation support

Apply now if you’re a hands‑on Industrial Controls Engineer with Siemens PLC experience and a strong electrical background looking to make an impact in heavy manufacturing.