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Controls Engineer

Jeffersonville, IN 47130

Posted: 04/22/2026 Industry: Engineering Job Number: 1715799

Job Description


Exegistics is partnered with a well known packaging company that is looking for a controls engineer in the Louisville area.




Summary/Objective: Designs, develops, and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery. Responsible for the technical support of PLC based hardware and software, installation, troubleshooting, and training.




Specific Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
  • Operate computer systems
  • Create electrical schematics
  • Confer with technical personnel to prepare designs or operational plans
  • Discuss designs or plans with clients
  • Maintain electronic equipment
  • Direct equipment maintenance or repair activities
  • Direct installation activities
  • Prepare operational and development reports
  • Investigate system, equipment, or product failures
  • Estimate technical or resource requirements for development or production projects
  • Program PLCs according to customer functional specifications
  • Troubleshoot and debug PLC programs
  • Program HMIs according to customer specifications




Competencies and Qualifications: 
  • Familiar with industrial equipment




Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with packaging equipment
  • 5-7 years’ experience programming Allen-Bradley and Siemens




Education and Experience: 
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
  • 5-7 years’ experience in the field or in related area
  • 5-7 years’ experience programming PLCs and HMI




Physical Demands: 
  • Walking and standing are required
  • Light physical work may require exerting up to 20 pounds of force
  • Worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as viewing computer, extensive reading, and visual inspection of small parts
  • Generally, the worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
  • Occasionally climbing, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds may be required
  • Occasionally stooping, kneeling, and crouching may be required
  • Occasionally the worker is subject to noise, physical hazards, and working in close quarters




Travel Required:
  • Travel 20 – 30% to visit customer sites

Meet Your Recruiter

Lisa Leslie

I have many years of experience in the recruitment industry, my passion lies in creating meaningful connections- not just filling roles, but aligning people with opportunities that support long term growth and success. I bring 100% dedication to everything I do and take pride in building strong, mutually beneficial relationships with both clients and candidates. My goal is always to match the right talent with the right opportunity- focusing on alignment, impact and long term success. I've had the privilege of partnering with a diverse range of companies and professionals across multiple industries, including Engineering, Supply Chain, HR, Construction and Industrial manufacturing. Every recruitment project is a opportunity to learn, grow and create real value. Helping people is more than my job - its my WHY.

 

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