Industrial Controls Engineer — PLC & Automation (Travel 30%)

HEXPOL Compounding; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual variable bonus plan

Generous benefits package: Health,  D,

Paid time off

Job summary

HEXPOL Compounding Americas is seeking a Corporate Controls Engineer to provide hands-on automation and controls support across all U.S.-based rubber mixing facilities in Akron, Ohio. You will troubleshoot, integrate equipment, and lead automation projects while collaborating with plant teams and project engineers to improve process reliability.

The role requires 3–5 years of controls experience, proficiency with Ignition and Allen-Bradley PLCs, and strong electrical troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in Controls Engineering
• Manufacturing experience preferred (rubber, chemical, or plastics)
• Experience with Ignition data analysis, reporting, and alarm configurations
• Proficient electrical troubleshooting (480V and below)
• Familiarity with Allen-Bradley PLCs, structured text, and IT networking basics
• Lean manufacturing experience and strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Develop, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC programs across platforms
• Integrate production equipment into operations systems
• Program and control VFDs via PLC controls or locally
• Develop electrical and mechanical schematics
• Build and troubleshoot panels and provide remote support as needed
• Assist with project management and coordination with Project Engineers
• Travel up to 30% (potential international travel)
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by Management

Skills

Ignition

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Electrical troubleshooting

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Controls/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Ignition

Ethernet/IP

Remote I/O

Job description

HEXPOL Compounding Americas is seeking a Corporate Controls Engineer to provide hands-on automation and controls support across all U.S.-based rubber mixing facilities in Akron, Ohio. You will troubleshoot, integrate equipment, and lead automation projects while collaborating with plant teams and project engineers to improve process reliability.

The role requires 3–5 years of controls experience, proficiency with Ignition and Allen-Bradley PLCs, and strong electrical troubleshooting skills.