Controls Engineer

Job Description Troubleshoot and resolve equipment control system deficiencies, serving as the subject matter expert for maintenance controls and root cause analysis. Develop and implement long‑term solutions to improve equipment performance, reliability, and maintainability, including controls upgrades and replacement strategies. Design, modify, and maintain automation and industrial network systems (e.g., Ethernet, Profibus) and PLC/PC‑based control systems. Program, upgrade, and optimize PLC, HMI, and related control applications to support manufacturing operations. Provide technical expertise in hardware, software, electrical, motion control, and power transmission systems to improve safety, reliability, and operational readiness. Collaborate with manufacturing engineering, maintenance, and customer teams to implement equipment and process improvements. Communicate technical issues, troubleshooting methods, and solutions to maintenance and non‑maintenance personnel; provide training and guidance as needed. Maintain and continuously improve existing control systems to support production goals and equipment uptime. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. 1+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on production automation, controls engineering, and/or PLC/PC‑based control systems. Knowledge of controls hardware and software, including Siemens Step7 and related Siemens automation platforms (e.g., S7 Graph, Sinumerik 840D, Solution Line). Experience designing, programming, troubleshooting, and upgrading complex control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, motion control systems, and industrial networks. Strong expertise in control fault analysis, industrial I/O systems, and manufacturing equipment utilizing hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical components. Benefits Annual Incentive Plan Paid Time Off 401k Plan Health Care Benefits Paid Holidays A supportive collaborative team environment Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities Equal Employment Opportunity Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Aff‑Positive Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran #J-18808-Ljbffr Women Veterans Interactive