Controls Engineer

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Louisville, KY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$120,000 Per Year
LOCATION
Louisville, KY
POSTED
30+ days ago
Controls Engineer

The Controls Engineer will develop electrical schematics, PLC programs, and intuitive HMI designs to effectively control automated equipment. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment, leading controls projects from conception through implementation.

Responsibilities:

· Solve complex controls engineering problems from component to full system integration.
· Provide engineering expertise and technical support to sales, procurement, manufacturing, and field service teams.
· Collaborate closely with design and manufacturing teams to meet project timelines and ensure quality deliverables.
· Develop detailed schematics and panel layout drawings based on solid knowledge of electrical theory, industry standards, and best practices.
· Create organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable PLC ladder logic utilizing established programming standards.
· Design intuitive, user-friendly HMI screens that offer clear, effective machine feedback for diagnostics and troubleshooting.
· Contribute actively to the creation and review of machine documentation, including bills of materials, technical drawings, and operational manuals.
· Troubleshoot and debug electrical panels, wiring connections, and safety circuits as necessary.
· Perform occasional travel to customer sites for installations, commissioning, and technical support.

Qualifications:

· 3+ years of experience as an Automation & Controls Engineer or Robotics Engineer, specifically in deploying automated electromechanical systems in project-driven environments. Equivalent experience in closely related roles will be considered.
· Proven experience designing and implementing fault-tolerant systems with robust error handling and recovery capabilities.
· Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
· Familiarity with NEC/OSHA safety regulations and standards.
· Proficiency with Rockwell Automation software tools (Studio 5000 Logix Designer, View Designer, FactoryTalk Optix) highly desirable.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required; familiarity with AutoCAD and SolidWorks Electrical is a plus.
· Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
· High attention to detail, quality-focused, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.
· Experience programming FANUC, Kawasaki, or Yaskawa robots preferred.
· Knowledge of SQL databases is beneficial.

Salary:  $100,000 to $120,000 based on experience
Benefits:  401(k), Insurance (health, dental, life, vision), PTO

About the Company

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Sterling Engineering, Inc.