Controls Engineer - Automation

Affinity Executive Search - Angola, IN

Full-time

Angola, IN

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

We are seeking a self-motivated Automation Engineer with a strong electrical engineering background, particularly in process control and automation design and development. This position requires a comprehensive technical background and hands-on experience in troubleshooting and configuring electronic control systems, specifically with Allen Bradley PLCs, HMIs, Variable Frequency Drives, and related communication interfaces in an industrial environment, preferably in food processing. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering, PE, Computer Science, or a related field, along with at least 5 years of manufacturing experience. The Automation Engineer will be responsible for engineering development, team support, technical management, project coordination, and full cycle project management. Strong troubleshooting skills are essential, as the role involves diagnosing and resolving issues with automated machine systems, components, and electrical devices using various test equipment. The candidate should be proficient in reading wiring diagrams, schematics, and PLC ladder logic, and must have a solid understanding of electrical safety standards and codes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where innovation and technical expertise are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and configure electronic control systems, specifically Allen Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and Variable Frequency Drives.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with automated machine systems and electrical devices using test equipment.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and PLC ladder logic.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards and codes.
• Provide engineering development and technical management support to teams.
• Coordinate projects and manage the full project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering, PE, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience in engineering development and project management.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in automated machine systems and electrical devices.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and PLC ladder logic.
• Knowledge of electrical safety standards and codes.