Controls Technician

MAU is hiring a PLC Controls Technician for Bosch in Florence, KY. As a PLC Controls Technician, you will design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-controlled systems using Siemens S7 and TIA Portal while supporting manufacturing operations through advanced diagnostics, system improvements, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure equipment reliability and efficiency. This is a direct-hire opportunity.Benefits Package401k401k MatchingLife insuranceHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceAccidental lossShort term disabilityLong term disabilityPaid vacationPaid holidaysPaid time offOpportunity for advancementFlexible spending accountHealth savings accountShift Information* Multiple shifts available | Second & ThirdRequired Education and ExperienceAssociate degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)3+ years of experience in industrial automation and maintenanceStrong troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutionsWorking knowledge of PLC programming languages (IEC 61131-3), including Ladder Logic (LAD), Function Block Diagram (FBD), Structured Control Language (SCL), Statement List (STL), and GRAPHAbility to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprintsStrong mechanical aptitude and experience with electrical servicing and installationsEffective communication and teamwork skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage multiple prioritiesExperience troubleshooting vision systems (Cognex, Keyence)Experience with servo drive systems, including Rexroth and Siemens platformsFAME certification or related advanced technical trainingPreferred Education and Experience* Experience with Siemens Step 7 and TIA PortalGeneral RequirementsStrong troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutionsAbility to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprintsStrong mechanical aptitude and experience with electrical servicing and installationsEffective communication and teamwork skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage multiple prioritiesEssential FunctionsDesign PLC systems in accordance with corporate standardsProgram PLC systems in accordance with corporate standardsMaintain PLC systems in accordance with corporate standardsDevelop HMI applications for manufacturing equipmentSupport HMI applications for manufacturing equipmentTroubleshoot complex equipment and automation issues to determine root causes and implement corrective actionsModify PLC programs and interface communications with industrial devicesDiagnose and resolve issues with vision systems, including Cognex and KeyenceTroubleshoot servo drive systems, including Rexroth and Siemens platformsMaintain servo drive systems, including Rexroth and Siemens platformsCollaborate with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to improve equipment performance and reliabilitySupport mechanical troubleshooting and assist with general maintenance tasks as neededIdentify programming issues and communicate findings to Controls EngineersProvide feedback to Engineering on recurring issues and opportunities for system improvementsMaintain a proactive approach to learning new technologies and improving technical skills