PLC Systems Engineer

Post Date

Apr 10, 2023

Location

Columbus,
Ohio

ZIP/Postal Code

43230
US
Jun 24, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

COL-616068

Pay Rate

$90k - $110k (estimate)

Job Description

A client of Insight Global is looking for a strong Systems Engineer to join their growing team. This role will be responsible for performing configuration, validation, deployment, testing, and archival management of both commercially available and proprietary industrial control system software configurations. You will set up computer hardware and communication equipment as required, for testing and debugging software. Will create and modify Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) often. While this is not a leadership position, effective and strong communication both internally and externally is a must! This will be onsite 5 days a week in Gahanna, OH with flexibility for Hybrid work once settled. A good chunk of this role will require travel both internationally and domestically to different airfields and jobsites.

Required Skills & Experience

* 2-3 Years' Experience using and working with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

* Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related

* Ability to create and modify PLC Ladder Logic Diagrams

* Complex software and system troubleshooting experience within PLCs

* Testing and Validation experience

* Ability to travel! Domestically expect to be gone M-F. Internationally anywhere from 7-14 days! Requires 35-45% Travel. Fully paid for.

* Onsite 5 days a week in Gahanna, OH when not traveling!

* Valid Passport

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

* Spanish Speaking

* Experience working with Siemens and Allen Bradley Programmable Logic Controllers

* Strong Electric and Controls Background

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.