Job Title:
Controls Engineer

Location:
Lafayette IN

Duration:
Long Term

Client :
CAT

Job Description

Automation & Controls Support
- Troubleshoot, maintain, and enhance manufacturing automation systems utilizing Allen-Bradley PLC platforms, including PLC-5, CompactLogix, and ControlLogix.
- Develop, modify, and maintain PLC programs using IEC 61131-3 programming languages, including Ladder Logic and Structured Text.
- Ensure manufacturing system software, configuration files, and documentation are properly version-controlled and maintained.
- Implement automation solutions that are organized, structured, maintainable, reusable, and well documented.

Industrial Equipment Optimization
- Troubleshoot and optimize Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) to improve machine usability, operator efficiency, and system performance.
- Perform troubleshooting and programming of motion control systems, including Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), servo drives, and Kinetix motion platforms.
- Tune motion systems to minimize vibration, noise,



and performance issues while ensuring reliable machine operation.

Robotics & Vision Systems
- Program, troubleshoot, and support industrial robotic systems, preferably ABB and FANUC platforms.
- Diagnose issues involving robotic end-of-arm tooling and automated manufacturing cells.
- Support machine vision systems, including tuning and adjustment under varying lighting conditions to maintain equipment performance and quality standards.

Industrial Networks & Safety Systems
- Troubleshoot industrial communication networks and remote I/O systems, including EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, and IO-Link.
- Support programmable safety devices and systems, including area scanners, light curtains, and safety logic controllers.
- Ensure automation systems comply with machine safety requirements and established standards.

Maintenance & Continuous Improvement
- Partner with maintenance and manufacturing teams to investigate equipment downtime events and determine

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