Controls Engineer

Cleaning Technologies Group • Cincinnati, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Engineer is responsible for the design, programming, integration, and support of machine control systems for custom industrial equipment. This role works across engineering, manufacturing, and customer teams to deliver reliable, functional, and supportable automation systems from project kickoff through startup and customer acceptance. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, machine integration, and seeing projects come to life in the real world.

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related technical field — or equivalent experience
• Experience with PLC/HMI programming and industrial controls systems
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical or similar electrical CAD software
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Nice To Haves

• Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens experience
• Capital equipment or custom machinery experience
• Startup, commissioning, or field service experience
• Maintain local, regional and/or national membership in appropriate professional organizations/associations as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop PLC and HMI programs using platforms such as Allen-Bradley and Siemens
• Support electrical controls design including schematics, panel layouts, and controls documentation
• Debug, test, and support machines during build, runoff, and startup
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, Manufacturing, Electricians, and Customers throughout project execution
• Support controls-related troubleshooting in manufacturing and the field
• Generate controls-related BOMs and support component selection
• Research and apply new controls technologies and improvements

Benefits

• Work on custom industrial automation and engineered systems
• Be involved from concept through startup and customer acceptance
• Collaborative environment with hands-on engineering involvement
• Opportunity to grow technically and professionally within a highly specialized industry

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree