Second-Shift Controls Engineer: PLC & Automation

Oshkosh Corporation

Jefferson City (MO)

On-site

USD 69,000 - 109,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation seeks a Controls Engineer (2nd Shift) at the Jefferson City facility to develop, troubleshoot, and maintain control systems for automated equipment. You will focus on PLC programming, system reliability, and cross-functional collaboration to boost safety, efficiency, and uptime.

Responsibilities include driving continuous improvement, documenting training, and supporting site operations with robust automation solutions.

Qualifications

  • Accredited Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with internship/co-op in controls or software.
  • 2nd shift availability is required.
  • Hands-on PLC/automation experience, especially Allen-Bradley/Rockwell platforms.
  • Experience with robotics, safety systems, and industrial automation equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, troubleshoot, and maintain process control systems for automated equipment.
  • Improve safety, efficiency, and uptime through cross-functional collaboration.
  • Drive continuous improvement in automation and control activities.
  • Create and maintain technical training documentation for plant assets.
  • Ensure equipment uptime by addressing production equipment issues promptly.

Skills

PLC programming
Allen-Bradley
Rockwell Automation
Industrial automation
Robotics troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD
CREO
Ignition HMI
Windchill
Keyence IV3
Keyence IV4
SCADA

Job description

Oshkosh Corporation seeks a Controls Engineer (2nd Shift) at the Jefferson City facility to develop, troubleshoot, and maintain control systems for automated equipment. You will focus on PLC programming, system reliability, and cross-functional collaboration to boost safety, efficiency, and uptime.

Responsibilities include driving continuous improvement, documenting training, and supporting site operations with robust automation solutions.

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