Controls Engineer

Post Date

Oct 09, 2024

Location

Elizabethtown,
Kentucky

ZIP/Postal Code

42701
US
Dec 15, 2024 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

LOU-740167

Pay Rate

$60k - $105k (estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is currently seeking a Controls Engineer for a direct hire opportunity supporting the creation of the brand-new manufacturing plant in Glendale, KY. This individual will support a growing engineering department focused on improving facility efficiency and supporting plant expansion. It can be expected that 50% of the time this engineer will be out in the plant interacting with engineers, technicians, tradesmen, and operators to understand project needs. Ideally, we are looking for an organized, self-driven problem solver to join the organization to support the production lines, ensuring all methodologies are safe, effective, and efficient. This engineer will be hands on troubleshooting PLC's, robot and other automation problems as well utilizing plant monitoring software to review cycle times of automation, program new installations and conveyor systems. This will be a full time permanent opportunity that is targeting a salary range of $60,000-$105,000.

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.

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Required Skills & Experience

* Fundamental working knowledge of PLC logic and controls (RS Logix, Rockwell, or Allen Bradley)

* Electrical Background (electrician or technician)

* 3+ Years of Controls Engineer Experience in a Manufacturing environment

* Ability to independently troubleshoot all body equipment and continuously evaluate equipment for improvement for quality and delivery

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

* Bachelor's Degree

* Fanuc robot, Kawasaki programming

* Strong understanding of conveyors system programming and body tooling techniques, in addition to networking understanding, DH+, Ethernet, remote IO

* Simulation modeling exposure

* Lean Tools -- 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping

* FMEA, PPAP, and DOEs 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.