Contract Controls Engineer
About The Position
1. 2nd shift 2:00 pm – 12:00 am Competitive hourly wage Temporary position up to 12 months WHAT YOUR DAY WILL LOOK LIKE: 1. Design and modify electrical and control wiring schematics using CAD software Program and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems (Allen Bradley preferred) Support installation, start-up, and debugging of automated equipment Perform system interfacing, power calculations, and cable sizing Develop and update machine logic, relay logic, and control architecture Assist with upgrades to existing machinery, fixtures, and assembly lines Troubleshoot equipment failures and support maintenance team as needed Create and maintain documentation for controls systems and processes Support continuous improvement initiatives including error proofing and vision systems Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners on projects WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: 1. Experience with PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial automation Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems Knowledge of machine controls, robotics, and automated assembly equipment Ability to read and create electrical schematics and technical drawings Familiarity with Allen Bradley SLC/PLC 5, PanelView, or similar platforms Experience supporting equipment start-ups and process improvements Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Bachelor’s degree in electrical/Automation Engineering preferred or equivalent experience 3–5+ years of hands-on controls experience in manufacturing is ideal
Requirements
- Experience with PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial automation
- Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
- Knowledge of machine controls, robotics, and automated assembly equipment
- Ability to read and create electrical schematics and technical drawings
- Familiarity with Allen Bradley SLC/PLC 5, PanelView, or similar platforms
- Experience supporting equipment start-ups and process improvements
- Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical/Automation Engineering preferred or equivalent experience
- 3–5+ years of hands-on controls experience in manufacturing is ideal
Responsibilities
- Design and modify electrical and control wiring schematics using CAD software
- Program and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems (Allen Bradley preferred)
- Support installation, start-up, and debugging of automated equipment
- Perform system interfacing, power calculations, and cable sizing
- Develop and update machine logic, relay logic, and control architecture
- Assist with upgrades to existing machinery, fixtures, and assembly lines
- Troubleshoot equipment failures and support maintenance team as needed
- Create and maintain documentation for controls systems and processes
- Support continuous improvement initiatives including error proofing and vision systems
- Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners on projects
Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage
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Career Level
Mid Level
