Controls Engineer

Recruiting Partner: Rogers Hornsby

Columbia City, Indiana | Manufacturing | Not Remote | $80,000 to $115,000 | Job ID: 166942

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An exciting opportunity to join a growing automation and engineering team focused on designing and implementing fully automated, turn-key production systems. This is a hands-on role developing PLC and robotic control systems for complex, multi-cell automation environments.

Controls Engineer Benefits and Compensation:

  • Competitive base salary
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Professional growth and development opportunities

Controls Engineer Requirements & Qualifications:

Must Haves:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, or related Engineering field
  • Minimum 4 years of experience with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley and Siemens)
  • Strong experience with factory automation, servo systems, and robotic integration
  • Experience configuring and tuning VFDs, servos, and motion control components
  • Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics systems
  • Ability to write, modify, and optimize PLC, HMI, and robotic code for new and existing equipment
  • Experience implementing and troubleshooting machine vision systems
  • Willingness to travel 10–30% for installations, commissioning, and support
  • Must successfully complete a background check and drug screen

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and implement fully automated production systems
  • Program and integrate industrial robots and vision systems
  • Develop PLC code using Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 and Siemens TIA Portal
  • Commission, validate, and support automation projects on-site
  • Utilize AI tools for code development, data handling, and system optimization
  • Collaborate on the design and integration of multi-cell systems focused on motor winding applications
  • Manage multiple automation projects simultaneously while meeting timelines and quality standards

Controls Engineer Preferred Background & Skills:

  • Experience with robotic systems such as Fanuc, ABB, or KUKA
  • Familiarity with PC-based control systems and industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profinet)
  • Exposure to data acquisition, SCADA, or MES systems
  • Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
  • Experience supporting machine installations and validations in manufacturing environments

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

 

JOB ID: 166942

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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

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