Controls Engineers

Location: Lafayette, IN
Duration: 1–2 months
Pay: $50/hr
Per Diem: $197/day for qualified travelers
Schedule: Night shift, 8–12 hours per day

Skillforce is currently hiring experienced Controls Engineers for a 1–2 month automation and controls project in Lafayette, IN. This is a great opportunity for a skilled Controls Engineer with strong Rockwell Automation experience who is comfortable working night shift in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Rockwell Studio 5000 v38 experience is required.

Travel & Per Diem

• $197 per day per diem ($1,386per week) paid for all days while traveling. 
• When traveling, your time is compensated at your regular hourly rate
• If traveling by personal vehicle, mileage will be reimbursed at $0.76 per mile
• If traveling by air, the flight will be provided, with reimbursement for rental car and fuel

Key Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, modify, and optimize PLC control systems
• Troubleshoot automation and controls issues in a manufacturing environment
• Support automated material handling, transfer, and production systems
• Diagnose electrical and controls issues to minimize equipment downtime
• Calibrate and integrate sensors, transducers, and other control devices
• Assist with system startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and modifications
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, PLC programs, and control system documentation
• Work closely with maintenance and engineering teams to identify and resolve controls-related issues

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Controls Engineer in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with Rockwell Studio 5000 Version 38 (v38) – required
• Strong Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLC programming and troubleshooting experience
• Experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot controls issues efficiently
• Comfortable working night shift and 8–12 hour shifts
• Previous experience with material handling or automated production systems is a plus

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

If you’re an experienced Controls Engineer with Rockwell Studio 5000 v38 experience and are available for a short-term night-shift project in Lafayette, IN, apply today!