Controls Engineer
Controls Engineer – Commissioning & Startup
Location: Little Rock, Arkansas Contract Duration: Initial project through September 2026 Rotation: 10 days on / 4 days off preferred (alternative rotations considered) Employment Type : Contract or Full-time employment
Darwin is supporting a leading industrial automation business with the rapid expansion of their commissioning team for multiple large-scale manufacturing facilities across the US.
We are looking for Controls Engineers with experience in commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting automated systems within manufacturing, logistics, warehouse, or distribution environments.
This is an excellent opportunity to join fast-moving projects with significant overtime potential and the possibility of ongoing work across future sites.
Responsibilities
- Support commissioning and startup activities on automated material handling systems
- Troubleshoot and modify Rockwell ControlLogix ladder logic
- Perform system testing, fault finding, and operational optimisation
- Support IO checks and field commissioning activities
- Work closely with site teams, technicians, and project leadership to ensure successful system delivery
- Provide hands-on support during live operational ramp-up phases
Required Experience
- Experience with Rockwell ControlLogix PLCs
- Ability to troubleshoot and make basic ladder logic corrections
- Previous commissioning or startup experience within industrial automation environments
- Ability to travel and work rotational schedules
Preferred Experience
- Material handling, conveyance, warehouse automation, or distribution center experience
- Experience with discrete manufacturing systems
- IO checkout experience
- Exposure to high-volume automated production or logistics facilities
Additional Openings
We are also seeking:
- Site Leads / Lead Controls Engineers
- Hands-on commissioning leads with coordination or team leadership experience
If you are interested, please apply with your latest resume and availability for immediate consideration.
Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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