Controls Engineer

Cummins•Columbus, IN

11d•$79,200 - $118,800

About The Position

The Controls Engineer assists with developing control systems, equipment, and machinery. The role supports control-system design and development, bench-test implementation, and modifications to software and equipment to ensure sensors and actuators operate to specification. It also supports debugging and resolving basic problems and change requests, prepares cost estimates and appropriation requests, and investigates project requirements and problems to develop proposed solutions for review by more experienced Controls Engineers or the Controls Engineering Manager. The position may include installation and technical support of PLC-based hardware and software. This entry-level position is intended to maintain technical support continuity during the anticipated transition of the current third-shift Controls Engineer. The new hire is expected to accelerate knowledge transfer and become independent sooner than is typical for an entry-level engineer, including troubleshooting complex controls and automation issues with limited direct supervision. The role is designated for early-career candidates and is scheduled to start in January 2027.

Requirements

College, university, or degree in a STEM or related field, or equivalent experience.
Basic level of relevant experience.
The role may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
For U.S. early-career eligibility, external candidates must be within two years of completing their highest degree at an accredited U.S. college or university and reside in the continental United States.
F-1 visa students in U.S.-based roles must secure degree-related CPT or OPT authorization from their university before the assignment begins.

Nice To Haves

Electrical Engineering is preferred; Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Technology are also considered.
A master's-level degree is listed for the role.

Responsibilities

Assist with the development and design of control systems.
Assist with the development and implementation of bench tests.
Modify software and equipment to ensure sensors and actuators function according to specifications.
Support and debug basic problems and change requests.
Assist with preparing cost estimates, compiling cost and equipment information, and drafting appropriation requests.
Investigate project problems and requirements and develop proposed solutions considering economic, personnel, and environmental factors, for review by experienced Controls Engineers or the Controls Engineering Manager.
May install and provide technical support for PLC-based hardware and software.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with others.
Promote health and safety by identifying, reporting, and participating in improvement actions.
Apply controls hardware and software knowledge to equipment designs and upgrades that interface with manufacturing systems.
Implement controls networking technologies and methods for transferring and analyzing production information.
Recognize controls-related hazards and incorporate safe practices into work plans.
Develop and implement controls system security for new or upgraded equipment.
Troubleshoot electrical control systems and repair issues to restore proper operation.
Implement factory automation changes and identify the materials and resources needed for project completion.
Select and apply sensor technology and analyze measurement data to distinguish conforming from non-conforming products.
Apply manufacturing knowledge to process and equipment changes and continuous improvement.
Create and implement machine programs to improve machine use and operation.
Support knowledge transfer and technical support continuity during the anticipated third-shift engineer transition.
Work independently sooner than typical for an entry-level engineer, including troubleshooting complex controls and automation issues with limited direct supervision.