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Controls Engineer - PLC, Robotics & Industrial Automation

$70 per day

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Job Description

Job Description

Controls Engineer – PLC, Robotics & Industrial Automation

Length: 3–6 months

Location: Nashville, TN

Description:
Seeking a hands-on Controls Engineer with strong industrial automation , controls troubleshooting , and robotics experience. The ideal candidate will have a background working with Mitsubishi , ABB , Siemens , and KUKA control systems. Previous glass manufacturing or glass industry experience is preferred.

A laptop will be provided by the client. This position may require off-shift work , so candidates must have schedule flexibility. The assignment will most likely require working 5–6 days per week . The Controls Engineer must be highly self-sufficient , hands-on, and capable of independently diagnosing and resolving electrical controls , PLC , automation, and robotic system issues.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform hands-on controls engineering , troubleshooting, and technical support in an industrial manufacturing environment.
  • Diagnose and resolve issues involving PLC controls , industrial automation systems , and robotic systems .
  • Troubleshoot equipment and controls utilizing Mitsubishi , ABB , Siemens , and KUKA technologies.
  • Support equipment operation, controls performance, and production uptime through effective controls troubleshooting .
  • Work independently and provide practical, hands-on solutions to controls and automation issues.
  • Support production needs during off-shift hours as required.
  • Maintain flexibility to work approximately 5–6 days per week based on project requirements.

Qualifications:

  • Professional experience as a Controls Engineer , Automation Engineer , or similar industrial controls role.
  • Hands-on experience with Mitsubishi , ABB , Siemens , and/or KUKA systems.
  • Strong knowledge of PLC troubleshooting , industrial controls , automation , and robotics .
  • Proven ability to diagnose technical issues independently and work in a self-sufficient manner.
  • Strong hands-on troubleshooting skills in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Ability and willingness to work flexible schedules, including potential off-shift work .
  • Glass manufacturing experience is preferred.

Expenses (If needed) :
Travel expenses are paid, including hotel accommodations, rental car, and airfare .

Per Diem:
$70/day for food and incidentals.


Controls Engineer , Industrial Automation , Controls Troubleshooting , PLC Troubleshooting , PLC Controls , Industrial Controls , Robotics , Robotic Systems , Mitsubishi , ABB , Siemens , KUKA , Automation Engineer , Electrical Controls , Manufacturing , Glass Manufacturing , Hands-On Troubleshooting

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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