Controls Engineer

[HYBRID] Controls Engineer
Location: Indianapolis, IN (NE Indianapolis near Fort Harrison Park)
Salary: $90,000-$100,000 + Straight Pay + Bonus Potential
Straight Pay: Typically, an additional $10,000-$15,000/year
Excellent Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, Life, Disability, 401k, Holidays, PTO
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical Hours: M-F; 8am-5pm (flexible)
Travel: Majority local (very limited overnights)
Start Date: ASAP
Relocation assistance: available
Sponsorship: not available

Important note: After onboarding (typically 3-6 months), this role will offer some work-from-home flexibility depending on project needs

[HYBRID] Controls Engineer (controls engineering exp. req.) Description

Our client, a project-based automation company, is seeking a Controls Engineer to join their team in Indianapolis. In this role, you'll take on a range of responsibilities including programming, debugging, commissioning, and electrical hardware design. You’ll work hands-on with an array of technologies including PLCs, robotics, vision systems, VFDs, servos, and field I/O wiring. So, if you’re looking for an environment that offers more complexity and variety, this could be a great fit. Their Indiana office operates as a small, tight-knit team of four engineers, giving you the opportunity for greater exposure and involvement across projects. With minimal overnight travel, you’ll enjoy the benefit of being home most nights, allowing for a healthy work/life balance while still working across multiple industries.

[HYBRID] Controls Engineer (controls engineering exp. req.) Responsibilities

• Design electrical hardware

• Program controls systems

• Setup, configure, and troubleshoot systems
  • Serve as the lead engineer for projects
  • Review schematics with customers and provide guidance
  • Communicate cross-functionally to ensure project deliverables
  • Write and edit software code for machines and systems
  • Complete project documentation
  • Pursue continued education for automation equipment
  • Travel to clients to provide installation, testing, and support

[HYBRID] Controls Engineer (controls engineering exp. req.) Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of controls engineering experience required
  • PLC programming experience required
  • Local travel required; very limited overnights