Senior Controls Engineer (Rochester, IN)
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Rochester, Indiana 46975Work Arrangement: 100% OnsitePosition...
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Industrial engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
- At least five years of Controls Engineering experience in an industrial automation environment.
- Hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLCs.
- Experience troubleshooting FANUC CNC controls.
- Familiarity with FANUC and ABB robotics.
- Experience with HMI and SCADA systems.
- Knowledge of industrial networks, including EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, and Modbus.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and system-integration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects with minimal guidance.
- Availability and willingness to work any shift, overtime, and weekends as needed to support operations.
Nice to have
- Electrical engineering or electrical controls experience.
- Experience supporting complex manufacturing equipment and automated production systems.
- Experience managing controls suppliers and technical deliverables.
- Knowledge of equipment safety systems and control-system compliance requirements.
Full description
Senior Controls EngineerLocation: Rochester, Indiana 46975
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
Position Type: Direct Hire
Benefits: Competitive benefits package, paid time off, and paid holidays
Relocation Assistance: Available, if applicable
Position Overview
- Reliance One, Inc. is hiring an experienced Senior Controls Engineer for one of our established manufacturing clients in Rochester, Indiana.
- The Senior Controls Engineer will lead the design, testing, installation, integration, and maintenance of large-scale electronic equipment and machinery used in manufacturing. This position supports complex industrial automation applications requiring cross-disciplinary collaboration and a broad application of controls engineering principles.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and recommend control system architecture, products, components, and applications used in manufacturing processes.
- Identify and resolve control system integration and interface issues.
- Evaluate new and emerging manufacturing and controls technologies and incorporate appropriate solutions into technical specifications.
- Confirm control system functionality and safety compliance by developing and executing test procedures.
- Prepare and review electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls drawings.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to evaluate components, materials, suppliers, and technical requirements.
- Ensure the integrity and accuracy of process and build-data collection.
- Provide controls engineering support to Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Maintenance, and other technical departments.
- Participate in cross-functional projects and respond to technical questions and requests.
- Perform periodic equipment and controls system audits.
- Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and implement corrective actions.
- Define and review preventive maintenance plans.
- Coordinate repairs, request necessary supplies, and implement process improvements.
- Manage supplier development, technical performance, and delivery.
- Maintain project documentation using approved methodologies, tools, and templates.
- Manage multiple complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance.
- Validate control system performance, including applicable safety functionality.