PLC Controls Tech - Siemens/TIA Portal, HMI & Robotics

Robert Bosch Group; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

401k Matching

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Bosch seeks a PLC Controls Technician to design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-controlled systems using Siemens S7 and TIA Portal, supporting manufacturing operations with diagnostics and improvements to ensure equipment reliability.

This is a direct-hire opportunity with multiple shifts and overtime as needed. The role requires mechatronics/electrical tech background and strong automation skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in mechatronics or electrical tech.
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Experience with PLCs (IEC 61131-3) and automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and maintain PLC systems per standards.
• Develop and support HMI applications for manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex automation issues and implement corrective actions.
• Modify PLC programs and interface communications with industrial devices.
• Diagnose and resolve vision-system issues (Cognex, Keyence).
• Troubleshoot and maintain Rexroth and Siemens servo drives.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering and operations to boost reliability.
• Support mechanical troubleshooting and general maintenance tasks.
• Identify programming issues and report findings to Controls Engineers.
• Provide feedback to Engineering on recurring issues and improvements.
• Pursue learning of new technologies to advance skills.
• Proficient in troubleshooting sensors and safety/measurement devices; basic robotics programming (FANUC).

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Teamwork & communication

PLC programming basics

Vision systems experience

Education

Associate degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or related field

Tools

Siemens Step 7

TIA Portal

Cognex

Keyence

Rexroth

Siemens platforms

Job description

Bosch seeks a PLC Controls Technician to design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-controlled systems using Siemens S7 and TIA Portal, supporting manufacturing operations with diagnostics and improvements to ensure equipment reliability.

This is a direct-hire opportunity with multiple shifts and overtime as needed. The role requires mechatronics/electrical tech background and strong automation skills.