Controls Engineer

Post Date

Jan 26, 2026

Location

Smyrna,
Georgia

ZIP/Postal Code

30339
US
Mar 31, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Software Engineering

Req #

ATL-80f033fa-4b1c-4c28-9b19-d6ec93bfa233

Pay Rate

$46 - $57 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Controls Engineer to join the supply chain organization of a large retail customer.

Primary responsibilities are to assist Engineering and Maintenance in design, development, optimization and maintenance of automated material handling equipment and warehouse control systems in all the Distribution Centers. The Controls Engineer will design overview control systems for industrial material handling solutions. This includes development of specifications, device layout drawings, control schematics, PLC logic, SCADA systems and implementing solutions which deliver exceptional value. Controls Engineer will also work closely with project teams to design systems which meet or exceed the project requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS % OF TIME
• Controls Function: Supporting Projects 60
 Perform on-site commissioning, to implement and validate Control Systems design
with Integrator.
 Review vendor’s Control Systems specifications and scope documentation.
 Create Controls sequence of operation document, to ensure that the design meets our
expectation.
 Design/overview system layouts, schematics and control devices
 Maintain a Control Systems progress schedule that relates to project milestones for
each project.
 Prepare/overview schematics and specifications for control panel fabrication.
• Controls Function: Optimize and Support Distribution Center Control Systems 30
 Provide/overview documentation and support for field wiring.
 Optimize/troubleshoot and write (PLC) Programmable Logic Controller programs.
 Configure HMIs and RTUs.
 Configure and troubleshoot SCADA systems.
 Perform Control Systems modeling and simulation.
 Work closely with Warehouse Control Systems team to investigate/integrate
Controls solutions.


• Provide guidance/direction in assistance with Lead Engineer to train and guide 10
Controls Technicians for all sites.
 Provide Control Systems technical support and training to local users.
 Work closely with DC Operations and Distribution Engineers, for achieving
Controls reporting and dashboard.
 Design and implement Control Systems changes and improvements.
 Controls Function: Perform other Control Systems related tasks/duties as assigned.
 May require travel.

This position will be 100% remote (working EST) but will require travel around 1x a month. Pay rate will be defined by hiring manager throughout the interview process based on years of experience but will be in the range of 50-65/hr. to align with salary upon conversion.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

3+ years of hands on experience with set up, configuration and implementation of SCADA systems along with ongoing support and improvements
Experience with Emulation
▪ Have experience with Allen-Bradley HW/SW platforms.
▪ Hands-on experience with industrial networks.
▪ Proven skills with use of AutoCAD
▪ Have experience with SCADA systems. Configuring HMIs and RTUs.
▪ Effective programming skills in C/C++ and IEC-61131-3 languages.
ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) and DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter)
PLC - Allen Bradley or Hitachi or Siemens
PLC programming languages - IEC-61131-3, Python

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.