Control Engineer (Anderson)

TITLE:

Controls Engineer

Comp:

$80,000-$115,000

Location:

Anderson, Indiana

Our client is seeking immediate assistance in identifying a candidate for a Controls Engineer direct hire position in Anderson, Indiana.

Responsibilities:
Design and implement electrical control systems, pneumatic control systems, and software solutions to meet custom machine build requirements.
Work within a machine design/build environment to develop automation solutions from concept through completion.
Collaborate closely with Mechanical Engineers, Panel Builders, internal engineering teams, sales, and customers to execute projects successfully.
Program robots and develop control logic from scratch, while also modifying and optimizing pre-written code to ensure proper machine functionality.
Utilize AutoCAD or SolidWorks to support electrical and controls design efforts.
Estimate project time and cost requirements; manage scope, schedule, and budget throughout the project lifecycle.
Support customers with technical questions during installation, commissioning, and post-installation phases.
Assist in overall project management, typically overseeing 1–2 projects at a time with durations of 4+ months.
Lead projects ranging from customer-provided machine specifications (requiring limited programming) to full concept-to-build solutions requiring complete design, build, and programming ownership.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the full machine development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, costing, procurement, assembly, software installation, integration, and final validation.
Ensure seamless automation integration by applying strong knowledge of electrical controls, pneumatics, and system functionality.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related field).
3–5+ years of experience in controls, automation, or machine building environments.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical (or similar software) for electrical design, including control cabinets, wiring schematics, and safety diagrams.
Experience programming PLCs, preferably Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens platforms.
HMI development experience for machine interfaces and operator controls.
Hands-on experience with robotics integration (Fanuc or Epson preferred) and pneumatic systems.
Strong programming capability — experience with top-down programming preferred, though strong troubleshooting and code editing skills will also be considered.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, smaller machine builder environment.
Experience commissioning equipment both in-house and occasionally at customer sites.
Willingness to travel up to 10% (primarily local or day trips).
TERMS:

This is a direct hire position that pays from $80,000 - $115,000/yr.