Controls Engineer (3rd Shift)

3rd Shift Controls Engineer

10pm - 7am shift schedule

Position Summary:

The 3rd Shift Controls Engineer is responsible for supporting and maintaining plant-wide automation and control systems in a high-speed food/beverage manufacturing environment. This role ensures reliable overnight operations by troubleshooting equipment, optimizing processes, and minimizing downtime.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and repair PLCs, HMI systems, and industrial automation equipment during 3rd shift operations
• Support continuous production by responding to equipment failures and resolving electrical/control system issues in real time
• Maintain and improve control systems to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency
• Partner with maintenance and operations teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
• Assist with programming updates, system upgrades, and new equipment installations
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, HACCP)
• Document changes, updates, and troubleshooting activities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and industrial automation in a manufacturing environment
• SCADA or database experience
• maintenance experience preferred
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced production setting