Controls Engineer
Position Summary
Advanced Process Solutions LLC is seeking a Controls Engineer to provide in-house support for controls-related work across both our service and production operations. This role is responsible for programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining PLC-based control systems primarily on Allen-Bradley platforms and partners closely with production and field service teams to keep equipment running reliably and to support new installations and process improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Program, configure, and maintain PLC-based control systems (primarily Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation platforms) supporting both production and field service operations.
Troubleshoot and resolve control system faults on production equipment and at customer/service sites to minimize downtime and support timely repairs.
Design, modify, and test PLC logic, HMI screens, and SCADA applications to support new equipment installations, process changes, and continuous improvement projects.
Develop and maintain electrical schematics, controls documentation, and standard operating procedures for control systems and automated equipment.
Partner with production, service, and engineering teams to specify, integrate, and commission new controls of hardware and software.
Travel Requirements: Up to 20% domestic travel for semiconductor fab commissioning, programming updates, and field maintenance
Provide in-house technical support and training to production and service personnel on control system operation and basic troubleshooting.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, or related field) required; several years of hands-on experience with PLC programming and Allen-Bradley control systems.
PLC & Controls Programming
Proficient programming and troubleshooting Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation PLCs (e.g., ControlLogix, CompactLogix); skilled in ladder logic, function block, and/or structured text.
HMI & SCADA
Experience developing, configuring, and maintaining HMI interfaces (e.g., FactoryTalk View) and SCADA systems.
Electrical & Mechanical
Systems Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings; working knowledge of motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and industrial instrumentation.
Troubleshooting & Cross-Functional Support
Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve controls issues across both service and production environments.
Travel & Work Environment
Willingness to travel to service/field sites as needed; ability to work in production and field environments, including occasional lifting up to 25 lbs. and wearing required PPE.