Controls Engineer - Senior

We are looking for a talented Controls Engineer - Senior to join our team specializing in Manufacturing in Columbus, IN.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Design and implement robust control systems that reliably meet performance, safety, and regulatory specifications.
• Develop and execute bench tests to validate system functionality, reduce risk, and ensure readiness for field deployment.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and modify software and equipment to resolve complex sensor, actuator, and system-level issues efficiently.
• Support change requests by analyzing root causes and implementing sustainable technical solutions with minimal operational impact.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates, equipment lists, and appropriation requests to support informed financial and capital planning decisions.
• Investigate project requirements and constraints, developing solution plans that balance technical performance with economic, personnel, and environmental considerations.
• Install, configure, and provide technical support for PLC-based hardware and software, ensuring seamless integration into operations.
• Coach and mentor junior Controls Engineers, strengthening team capability, technical rigor, and long-term engineering excellence.

To be successful in this role you will need the following: 

• Strong collaboration skills to build effective partnerships across engineering, manufacturing, safety, IT, and suppliers to achieve shared operational goals.
• Clear, adaptive communication that translates complex controls concepts into actionable information for varied audiences, from operators to leadership.
• A visible commitment to health and safety fundamentals, proactively identifying hazards, modeling safe behaviors, and fostering an interdependent, injury-free culture.
• Deep controls engineering expertise, enabling you to specify, review, and approve hardware and software designs that integrate seamlessly across manufacturing systems.
• Controls networking proficiency to connect machines, systems, and databases, enabling data-driven insights and overall process optimization.
• Strong controls safety awareness, with the ability to recognize and mitigate electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic hazards through safe design and daily work practices.
• Controls system security knowledge to ensure new and existing equipment designs protect manufacturing systems from cyber and operational risks.
• Advanced electrical troubleshooting skills to quickly diagnose, repair, and restore electrical control systems to proper operating conditions.
• Factory automation and machine programming capability to design, implement, and enhance automated solutions that improve machine utilization and manufacturing efficiency.
• Solid manufacturing and sensor technology knowledge to apply the right measurement solutions, drive quality decisions, and implement process improvements that support continuous improvement.

Education, Licenses, Certifications: 

• College, university, or degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related field, or equivalent experience required. 
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. 
   

Experience: 

• Intermediate level of relevant work experience required.

Additional Information: 

• Lead the procurement, build & installation of controls related projects 
• Daily production support for machine controls and electrical related issues. Collaborate with Maintenance to troubleshoot manufacturing equipment to ensure machine availability. 
• Lead process improvement projects.
• Technical support for part tracking / traceability requirements. Collaborate with I.T. to implement and maintain process.
• Engineering support for advanced technology (i.e. Cobots, AMR, SIM models, etc.)
• Lead engineer maintaining Production Information Management System 
• Develop and maintain Power Bi system to monitor machine performance. 

 

Compensation: 

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.