Comp: $70,000-$85,000 

Location: Peru, IN

Our client is seeking immediate assistance in identifying a candidate for a Controls Engineer direct hire position. This individual will play a key role in supporting the design, programming, troubleshooting, and integration of control systems used in both manufacturing equipment and custom boiler systems within a highly collaborative engineering environment.

Responsibilities:
• Program, edit, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC control systems supporting manufacturing equipment and boiler systems
• Develop and modify HMI interfaces for machine operation, monitoring, and troubleshooting
• Design electrical control panels, wiring diagrams, and schematics using AutoCAD 2D
• Troubleshoot and repair control system issues involving PLCs, VFDs, servos, pneumatic systems, and hydraulic systems
• Support boiler control systems used to safely operate, sequence, and monitor industrial boiler equipment
• Debug electrical hardware and control logic issues during production and testing activities
• Assist with integration, startup, and troubleshooting of controls and automation systems
• Provide technical support to internal stakeholders including production, engineering, customer service, and sales teams
• Support manufacturing operations across fabrication, welding, tube bending, painting, finishing, and assembly departments
• Utilize Schneider, Modicon, Siemens, and Allen Bradley PLC platforms
• Review existing electrical drawings, CAD files, and programming documentation to support new and existing projects
• Participate in testing, validation, and commissioning activities for custom-built systems
• Interface with customers and third-party installers when technical support is required
• Support project execution and ensure controls-related tasks remain on schedule
• Serve as a technical resource for troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Skills (Must Have):
• Associate degree or higher in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related STEM field (flexible for strong experience)
• 3-5 years of experience in a Controls Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Automation Engineer, or similar role
• Experience programming, editing, and troubleshooting PLC systems
• Ability to learn and work with Schneider and Siemens PLC platforms (Allen Bradley experience is acceptable)
• Experience creating or modifying electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel drawings using CAD software
• Working knowledge of servo drives, VFDs, pneumatic systems, and hydraulic systems
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while supporting cross-functional teams

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have):
• Experience wiring control panels
• Hands-on equipment assembly or machine build experience
• Job shop manufacturing experience
• Experience performing Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and equipment commissioning
• Experience working in laboratory or testing environments
• Project management experience
• Experience supporting ASME-certified products or industrial equipment
• Experience integrating controls systems with custom machinery and manufacturing processes

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