Electrical/Controls Technician

Post Date

Feb 28, 2025

Location

Lexington,
Kentucky

ZIP/Postal Code

40509
US
Jun 23, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

LOU-765886

Pay Rate

$100k - $120k (estimate)

Job Description

Day to Day:
This role will oversee and maintain OT network and ICS automation & process control systems in North American manufacturing plants. Tasks include networking, VLAN, IP addressing, switch configuration, Siemens PCS7, WinCC, Rockwell ControlLogix, SLC, PLC5, FactoryTalk View, and AutoCAD. They will collaborate on capital projects with electrical or automation components, support data collection, Industry 4.0 migrations, OT networks, and cybersecurity initiatives.
They will be responsible to ensure machine safety standards through risk assessments and compliance checks. Provide expertise to assist third-party control systems support. Develop and update 5-year equipment plans to address obsolescence. Stay updated on industry trends through continuous learning. Perform other duties as assigned. Travel up to 60% required. Salary starting at 100,000-115,000.

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Required Skills & Experience

Must Haves:
Degree in Electrical/Electronics Technology, Instrumentation Technology or Mechatronics Technology
5 to 8 years experience in consumer products controls work and plant support.
Proficiency with Siemens PCS7 (WinCC, Simatic Batch, Route Control) and Rockwell PLCs and software.
Knowledge of Industrial Control System Networks (Profinet, Ethernet IP, AS-I, IO Link).
Safety Controls (Machine safety), SISTEMA
Working knowledge of OT Networking, switches, vlans, and IP Addressing
Working knowledge of National Electric Code, NFPA70B, NFPA70E, and NFPA79

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Plusses:
Cisco Networking experience
Rockwell Automation Product Certifications
Siemens Product Certifications
Project Management Certifications

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st 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.