Senior Automation Controls Engineer — Manufacturing

Reliance One, Inc.; Rochester (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Reliance One, Inc. in Rochester, Indiana is seeking an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to lead design, testing, installation, integration, and maintenance of large-scale manufacturing equipment.

This role requires cross-disciplinary collaboration and a broad application of controls engineering principles. You will design control architectures, evaluate technologies, ensure safety and reliability, and support multiple teams across manufacturing, process engineering, and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• At least five years of Controls Engineering experience in an industrial automation environment.
• Hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLCs.
• Familiarity with FANUC and ABB robotics.
• Experience with HMI and SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of industrial networks, including EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, and Modbus.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and system-integration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects with minimal guidance.
• Availability and willingness to work any shift, overtime, and weekends as needed to support operations.

Responsibilities

• Design and recommend control system architecture, products, components, and applications used in manufacturing processes.
• Identify and resolve control system integration and interface issues.
• Evaluate new and emerging manufacturing and controls technologies and incorporate appropriate solutions into technical specifications.
• Confirm control system functionality and safety compliance by developing and executing test procedures.
• Prepare and review electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls drawings.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to evaluate components, materials, suppliers, and technical requirements.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of process and build-data collection.
• Provide controls engineering support to Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Maintenance, and other technical departments.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and respond to technical questions and requests.
• Perform periodic equipment and controls system audits.
• Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and implement corrective actions.
• Define and review preventive maintenance plans.
• Coordinate repairs, request necessary supplies, and implement process improvements.
• Manage supplier development, technical performance, and delivery.
• Maintain project documentation using approved methodologies, tools, and templates.
• Manage multiple complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance.
• Validate control system performance, including applicable safety functionality.
• Identify and implement improvements to current operating systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

HMI/SCADA

Industrial networks

FANUC robotics

ABB robotics

Schematic reading

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

PLC programming software

Job description

Reliance One, Inc. in Rochester, Indiana is seeking an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to lead design, testing, installation, integration, and maintenance of large-scale manufacturing equipment.

This role requires cross-disciplinary collaboration and a broad application of controls engineering principles. You will design control architectures, evaluate technologies, ensure safety and reliability, and support multiple teams across manufacturing, process engineering, and maintenance.