Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer

MAU is hiring a Controls Engineer for our client, Bosch, in Florence, KY. As a Controls Engineer, you will maintain, improve, and optimize control systems, including machines, robots, vision systems, and measurement programs. This is a direct-hire opportunity.

Benefits Package

• 401k
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid time off
• On-the-job training

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
• Minimum of three years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or automation environment with advanced knowledge of Siemens PLC programming
• Three to five years of relevant experience and/or specialized training in industrial control systems, automation, robotics, or a related field

General Requirements

• Good verbal and written language skills
• College-level technical math skills
• Ability to make independent decisions of a complex nature
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to assist in orienting and training lower-level employees
• Basic computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to learn additional software packages
• Strong interpersonal communication skills

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex programming, software, and integration issues across PLC-based control systems and automation equipment; engage external vendors or subject matter experts when required
• Debug, optimize, and implement process improvements for automated assembly and manufacturing line controls to improve efficiency, equipment reliability, safety, and overall value stream performance
• Design, develop, and optimize control concepts, logic, and architectures for automated equipment, machines, and production systems
• Troubleshoot, modify, and maintain robot-to-PLC interface programs to ensure reliable communication, seamless integration, and consistent operational performance
• Maintain, update, and continuously improve vision inspection and measurement systems to support stable production and quality requirements
• Provide advanced technical support to maintenance teams by diagnosing control-related equipment issues and implementing sustainable corrective actions
• Deliver hands-on training and technical guidance to maintenance personnel to increase local technical capability in automation and control systems
• Maintain accurate control system documentation, electrical prints, software backups, and version control in accordance with internal standards
• Stay current with emerging automation technologies, software platforms, and hardware to ensure ongoing technical excellence and innovation
• Execute special projects, system upgrades, and automation initiatives as assigned by management
• Demonstrate strong proficiency in PLC programming languages and industrial control standards
• Support production needs with schedule flexibility, including on-call responsibility