Senior Control Engineer

MAU is hiring a Senior Controls Engineer for our client in Florence, KY. As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will maintain, improve, and optimize control systems, including machine, robot, vision, and measurement programs while supporting automation, manufacturing operations, and technical training. This is a direct-hire opportunity.
Benefits Package

401(k)
401(k) Matching
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Shift Information

Monday through Friday
Flexibility required
Availability outside of standard working hours is required to support urgent production needs when necessary.
Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
Minimum of five years of hands‑on PLC programming experience in a manufacturing or automation environment.
5+ years of experience and/or specialized training in industrial control systems, automation, and robotics.
Preferred Education and Experience

Experience with Nexeed‑MES and related portfolio.
Experience with ERP or other manufacturing execution software.
General Requirements

Advanced knowledge of PLC programming languages.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
College‑level technical math skills.
Ability to make independent decisions involving complex technical issues.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to assist with orienting and training lower‑level employees.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to learn additional software packages.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Essential Functions

Troubleshoot and resolve complex programming issues in control systems and automation equipment.
Identify and engage external technical expertise when necessary.
Debug and implement process improvements for assembly and manufacturing line controls to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety.
Design, develop, and optimize control concepts for automated equipment and systems.
Troubleshoot and modify robot‑to‑PLC interface programs to ensure seamless integration and performance.
Maintain, update, and improve vision inspection systems used in the automation process.
Support maintenance teams in diagnosing and resolving equipment‑related issues.
Provide hands‑on technical training and guidance to controls and maintenance personnel on control systems and automation equipment.
Advance the technical competence of technicians throughout the organization.
Stay current on emerging technologies, software, and hardware to maintain a high level of technical proficiency.
Execute special projects and assignments as directed by management.
Demonstrate advanced capability in PLC programming languages.
Maintain, improve, and optimize machine, robot, vision, and measurement programs.
Escalate only the most critical automation and programming issues when necessary.
Working Conditions

Manufacturing assembly environment.
Availability outside of normal working hours may be required to support production needs.
Physical Demands

Stand and walk for up to four hours at a time.
Repetitively bend, twist, and grasp.
Lift up to 45 pounds.
Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position

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