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Job Title: Controls Engineer – Industrial Automation (PLC / Robotics)

Location: Columbus, IN (On-site | Relocation Not Available)

Salary Range: $75,000 – $85,000 (DOE)

Employment Type: Direct Hire (Exempt)

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Job Summary

We are supporting a confidential industrial automation and custom equipment manufacturer seeking a Controls Engineer to support the design, programming, startup, and deployment of automated manufacturing systems.

This is a hands-on, project-based role ideal for an early-career to mid-level Controls Engineer who enjoys working with PLCs, robotics, vision systems, and electrical design in a custom automation environment. This role is not a plant maintenance position — engineers are involved throughout the full equipment lifecycle, from design and programming through commissioning, testing, and customer acceptance.

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Required Skills & Qualifications

• 1+ years of hands-on experience in industrial automation / controls engineering
• PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley, Keyence, or similar platforms)
• Experience programming industrial robots or cobots (Fanuc, Universal Robots, Doosan, or similar)
• Experience with vision systems (Keyence, Cognex, or similar)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Working knowledge of industrial safety circuits
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

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Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with HMI and motion control systems
• Exposure to SQL Server / database setup
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar electrical design software
• Experience supporting equipment startups, runoffs, and commissioning
• Comfortable supporting projects outside of first shift as needed

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Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Program and support PLCs, robotics, and vision systems for custom automation equipment
• Support equipment startup, testing, commissioning, and customer acceptance
• Design and support electrical systems including control panels, wiring, and circuits
• Support field wiring, debugging, and system troubleshooting
• Diagnose electrical and controls issues and implement corrective actions
• Support creation of project documentation and training materials
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to transition equipment into production
• Communicate project status and technical details with customers and internal stakeholders

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Physical and Environment Requirements

Physical expectations and working conditions may include standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods; lifting up to 30–50 lbs; working at varying heights; and working in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Some onsite installation and support work may be required.

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Company Benefits & Culture

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Stable pipeline of custom automation projects
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging, non-repetitive equipment
• Collaborative engineering environment with hands-on ownership

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