Control System Engineer

Role: Control System Engineer

Location: Hickory, NC
Salary: Up to $140,000 depending on experience

We are recruiting a Control System Engineer to join an established, technology-driven manufacturing operation, supporting the performance, reliability and continuous improvement of industrial automation and control systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with strong Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation experience who enjoys working hands-on with PLCs, troubleshooting complex equipment issues and delivering automation improvements within a manufacturing environment.

You will play an important role in maintaining reliable production processes, improving equipment performance and supporting the development of automated manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop, troubleshoot and maintain industrial control systems, with a strong focus on Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation PLCs.
• Diagnose and resolve PLC, HMI, electrical control and automation faults to minimise production downtime.
• Support PLC programming, modifications and system upgrades using Rockwell software, including Studio 5000 and RSLogix.
• Work with industrial networks, variable frequency drives, sensors, instrumentation and associated control equipment.
• Collaborate with maintenance, manufacturing and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to enhance automation, process control and overall system performance.
• Support the installation, commissioning and integration of new equipment and control systems.
• Maintain technical documentation, control system backups and relevant engineering records.
• Follow established safety procedures and engineering standards when working on industrial equipment.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in a Control Systems Engineer, Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer or similar industrial engineering role.
• Strong hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation PLCs.
• Experience with Studio 5000 and/or RSLogix PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of HMI systems, industrial automation and electrical control systems.
• Experience diagnosing faults across PLCs, drives, sensors and associated manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a practical approach to resolving production issues.
• Experience working within a manufacturing or industrial production environment.

Desirable Experience

• Experience with SCADA systems and industrial communication networks.
• Knowledge of industrial robotics, motion control or process instrumentation.
• Experience supporting capital projects, equipment upgrades and commissioning activities.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement and preventative maintenance practices.

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