Controls engineer

job summary:
A Controls Engineer is need for a lead leading manufacturing organization. The Controls Engineer will lead electrical design and automation upgrades for mechanical and hydraulic power stamping presses. In this role, you will oversee full-lifecycle engineering tasks ranging from initial control architecture design to on-site commissioning. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, high-quality manufacturing and mobility solutions.

Candidates must hold a degree in Electrical Engineering/Technology or equivalent experience, with demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and hands-on PLC programming (Rockwell, Siemens, Yaskawa). Successful applicants will possess direct experience with panel design, equipment installation, and field commissioning. This is a long-term contract role, and out client is only seeking local talent at this time.
location: Georgetown, Kentucky
job type: Contract
salary: $49.50 - 56.50 per hour
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Bachelors


responsibilities:

• Create and modify HMI, PLC, and Safety PLC programs using Studio 5000, Simatic Step 7, and GP-Pro software

• Draft and update hardwire, panel, and field device layouts using AutoCAD Electrical and IAB software

• Perform project risk assessments covering bid selection, hardware procurement, and installation timing

• Direct engineers, electricians, and millwrights during system installation while resolving construction issues

• Provide full-line electrical, mechanical, and PLC commissioning support before, during, and after system implementation

• Validate and verify electrical control designs during customer buyoff reviews

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qualifications:

• Experience level: Experienced
• Minimum 3 years of experience
• Education: Bachelors

skills:

• Controls
  
  
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  Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
  
  
  This posting is open for thirty (30) days.