PLC Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Kronos has a long history of avionics engineering working with some of the largest aircraft integrators in the world. We always provide our partners with 100% customers satisfaction and on time delivery. If you are excited about working for a company that takes its job seriously and does not cut corners you will have a home with Kronos.

Role Summary

As a  PLC Controls Engineer II , you will support the commissioning and testing of automated material handling systems, including high-speed sortation, scanning, and merging applications. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career engineers to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, travel-intensive role.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in PLC programming, HMI development, and system commissioning
• Support project scope, schedule, and deliverables
• Collaborate with internal and external engineering teams
• Help develop technical documentation (QA/QC, test plans)
• Participate in BUAT/UAT/FAT testing and post-installation support
• Contribute to customer training and troubleshooting
• Perferred - US Citizen or Perm Resident not required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
• Up to 4 years of experience in controls engineering or material handling
• Exposure to  Allen-Bradley PLCs and  Wonderware Aveva Edge (or similar HMI platforms)
• Experience or interest in post and parcel operations (preferred)

Technical Skills (Preferred)

PLC & HMI:

• Allen-Bradley
• Beckhoff
• Wonderware Aveva Edge
• FactoryTalk View

Drives & Interfaces:

• VFDs
• Cognex/SICK scanners
• Machine vision systems

Software Tools:

• Studio 5000
• RSLinx
• AutoCAD Electrical
• B&R Automation Studio

Networking:

• Ethernet/IP
• Profibus
• WCS integration

Other Tools:

• Ignition
• SOPAS
• SST Profibus Config Tool
• Datalogic DataMan

Soft Skills

• Willingness to travel extensively and work in dynamic environments (~90% travel)
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Eagerness to learn and collaborate across teams

Work Expectations

• Travel: ~85%
• Onsite: Mason, OH when not traveling
• Hours: 40–60 per week depending on project phase
• Expenses: Weekly reimbursement submission required

Kronos always provides our partners with 100% customer satisfaction and on time delivery. If you are excited about working for a company that takes its job seriously and does not cut corners you will have a home with Kronos.

Company Description

Kronos always provides our partners with 100% customer satisfaction and on time delivery. If you are excited about working for a company that takes its job seriously and does not cut corners you will have a home with Kronos.