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The Fountain Group; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fountain Group in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Controls Automation Engineer to maintain Rockwell PLCs (ControlLogix, MicroLogix) and configure HMI/SCADA systems. You will support project lifecycles from concept through startup, and work closely with process engineers to optimize safety and throughput.

Responsibilities include diagnosing faults, creating documentation, and providing on-call, on-site support while mentoring technicians and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Control/Automation Engineering or closely related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in industrial controls within a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency with Rockwell/Allen Bradley PLCs and Studio 5000/RSLogix 5000 programming.
• Experience configuring HMI/SCADA systems and industrial networking knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Maintain PLC programs for Rockwell Automation platforms (ControlLogix, MicroLogix).
• Troubleshoot HMI/SCADA systems (FactoryTalk View SE/ME, Ignition) to support production.
• Support full automation project lifecycle from concept through startup and handover.
• Diagnose control faults and electrical issues to minimize downtime.
• Develop and maintain schematics, P&IDs, and control narratives.
• Collaborate with process engineers to optimize throughput, quality, and safety.
• Perform audits and implement preventative maintenance actions.
• Provide on-call and on-site support; train technicians on controls operation.

Skills

Rockwell/Allen Bradley PLCs

Studio 5000/RSLogix 5000

HMI/SCADA configuration

Industrial networking

Electrical safety standards

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Control/Automation Engineering

Tools

FactoryTalk View

Ignition

Job description

Controls Automation Engineer

Location: Lenexa, KS

Job Description

• Pay: $40-45 hr based on experience
• 12 Month Assignment Temp to Perm
• Mon – Fri
• The position will mainly be responsible for maintaining PLC programs primarily using Rockwell Automation (Allen Bradley) platforms, including ControlLogix, and MicroLogix
• Troubleshoot HMI/SCADA systems (e.g., FactoryTalk View SE/ME, Ignition) to support production monitoring and control.
• Support the full lifecycle of automation projects from concept and requirements definition through installation, startup, and handover to operations.
• Diagnose and resolve control system faults, instrumentation issues, and electrical failures to minimize production downtime
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including P&IDs, electrical schematics, control narratives, and programming standards
• Collaborate with process engineers to implement control strategies that optimize throughput, quality, and safety
• Perform routine audits of control systems to identify risks and recommend preventative maintenance or improvement actions
• Provide on-call and on-site technical support for critical production systems as required
• Train and mentor maintenance technicians and operators on controls system operation and basic troubleshooting
• Ensure all systems comply with applicable safety standards and internal engineering guidelines

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a closely related field
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in industrial controls and automation engineering within a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with Rockwell Automation/Allen Bradley PLC platforms and Studio 5000/RSLogix 5000 programming software
• Experience with HMI and SCADA configuration
• Understanding of networking protocols including EtherNEt/IP, DeviceNEt, Profibus, and Modbus
• Working knowledge of instrumentation, sensors, variable frequency drives (BFDs), servo systems, and motor control centers (MCCs)
• Familiarity with electrical code (NEC/NFPA 70) and industrial safety standards (NDPA 79, OSHA 29, CFR 1910)