Controls Engineer

Post Date

May 07, 2025

Location

Texarkana,
Texas

ZIP/Postal Code

75501
US
Aug 06, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

GSP-780503

Pay Rate

$86k - $130k (estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a full-time Controls Engineer to work at one of our clients who specialize in construction & engineering, operations & maintenance, security and defense. Our client is a premier manufacturer of ammunition to the United States Military. Designs, builds, and modifies electronic equipment and systems such as PLCs, automated machinery, and machine controls systems by applying principles and theories of Electrical Engineering. Oversees large scale project management.

Fluent in the design, troubleshooting and programming of complex equipment. Document solutions and provide technical controls support across the installation.
Find advanced solutions to better utilize the existing equipment and tools to improve throughput. Reduce downtime by identifying and resolving issues in the production process and equipment.
Large scale project management.
Directs the work of maintenance personnel and outside services.
Work in close support with process owners to design, build and maintain user friendly controls and equipment to increase production line uptime, product throughput and reduce scrap through automation.
This role is for you if you have these skills:
Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and complex diagrams. Write routine correspondence. Speak effectively before employees of the organization.
Interface and integrate multiple systems and platforms in automated processes. Skilled in PLC or other automated system. SCADA experience desirable.
Skilled in handling multiple duties simultaneously or ability to quickly resolve complex issues effectively. Strong aptitude of logical thinking to determine root cause of problems with automated processes.
Knowledge in Microsoft Office Software. Strong mechanical aptitude.
Willingness to lead and teach other team members the processes of automated software systems.

We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, 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 Human Resources Request Form. The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here.

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Required Skills & Experience

· Strong understanding of NEC, NFPA, NESC
· Education: Bachelor in Engineering, Engineering Technology or related field; prefer Electrical Engineer, Computer Engineer or Automation focus.
Length of Experience: 5+ year Engineering experience
· Experience working with PLC's (Allen Bradley)
· Legacy Processor experience

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

· Solid proficiency in Ladder Logic programming is highly preferred
·SCADA Experience

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.