Controls / Automation Engineer at Peak Workforce (Newbold) LLC

Bath Township, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 May, 26

Salary

63.0

Posted On

06 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Automation, Controls Engineering, Troubleshooting, PLC, Allen-Bradley, HMIs, Ladder Logic, Structured Text, VFDs, Electrical Design, Mechatronics, Robotics, Vision Systems, AutoCAD Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial Networks

Industry

Facilities Services

Description

About the Role We are seeking a hands-on Automation / Controls Engineer to support a large, highly automated manufacturing facility in the Fort Wayne area. This role is focused on night-shift, on-the-floor troubleshooting, supporting maintenance electricians, and improving machine reliability. You will be working with Rockwell / Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs. If you enjoy solving real-time problems, working directly with production equipment, and being the go-to controls expert on shift, this role is built for you. This is a great opportunity that can lead to full-time employment with the client. Location: Fort Wayne, IN Pay: $55 - $63/hr Job Type: Long-term contract (with the possibility of Contract-to-Hire) Shift: 6:00pm - 6:00am (alternating weeks and weekends) (Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday one week; Wednesday, Thursday the next) What You Will Do Provide on-shift troubleshooting support for PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment Support and coach maintenance electricians during breakdowns Diagnose issues with PLCs, drives, motion systems, and industrial networks Help identify and implement machine reliability improvements Work closely with maintenance leadership and production teams Interface with internal engineering teams and outside support as needed What We Are Looking For Required: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Automation, Mechatronics, or equivalent experience 2–5+ years supporting industrial automation or controls in manufacturing Hands-on experience troubleshooting Allen-Bradley PLC systems Experience with Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and VFDs Familiarity with electrical design standards and the ability to develop control system designs using industry-standard CAD software Comfortable working night shift and weekends Nice to Have: Robotics experience (Fanuc or Yaskawa) Vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, etc.) AutoCAD Electrical or controls design experience Mechatronics background Why Join Us? This is a long-term opportunity to work hands-on with advanced, highly automated manufacturing equipment while serving as the on-shift technical authority for controls and automation. You’ll play a critical role in keeping production running, supporting maintenance teams, and improving equipment reliability—without being stuck behind a desk. If you’re an Automation or Controls Engineer who enjoys real-time problem solving, night-shift work, and making a direct impact on operations, we encourage you to apply today.

Responsibilities

Provide on-shift troubleshooting support for PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment and support maintenance electricians during breakdowns. Help identify and implement machine reliability improvements while working closely with maintenance leadership and production teams.