Control Engineer

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

• 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 Solid Works 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.

• 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.