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Posted: 4 months ago

Controls Engineer (Automotive Industry)

Elizabethtown, Kentucky, United States

MissionHires

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Location

Elizabethtown, Kentucky, United States

On Site

Job type

Full-time

Industry

Architecture & Engineering

Salary

$90,000 - $110,000 per year

Why This Role Matters

MissionHires is recruiting a Controls / Automation Engineer for a Tier 1 automotive manufacturer in Elizabethtown, KY. This role will support, program, and improve plant automation—focusing on Allen‑Bradley/Rockwell PLCs, ABB robots, and automated production equipment—to increase reliability, quality, and uptime. Salary: $90,000–$110,000 DOE.

How You'll Contribute

Assist with installation, startup, debugging, and programming of automated production equipment
Program and troubleshoot PLC systems, primarily Allen-Bradley / Rockwell platforms
Support and troubleshoot robotic systems, including ABB robots
Partner with maintenance to identify priorities and support equipment improvements
Assist machine repair teams with diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of automated equipment
Maintain and update automation documentation, control parameters, and program backups
Support Poka‑Yoke and error‑proofing initiatives to improve quality and reliability
Collaborate with production and engineering to boost efficiency, productivity, and equipment uptime
Support continuous improvement, including equipment upgrades and cell modifications
Provide technical support across multiple shifts to ensure efficient automation performance

What Makes You a Great Fit

Associate degree in Electronics, Automation, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience
Minimum 2 years programming and troubleshooting robotics or control systems
At least 3 years working with industrial manufacturing equipment
Hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting PLC systems
Experience with Allen‑Bradley / Rockwell controls (preferred)
Experience with ABB robotic systems (highly preferred)
Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills in automated manufacturing environments
Ability to work cross‑functionally with engineering, maintenance, and production teams

Who We Are, What We Stand For

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary range for this Controls/Automation Engineer role in Elizabethtown, KY?

$90,000–$110,000 per year, depending on experience.

Is this Controls Engineer position on-site or remote?

It’s an on-site role at a Tier 1 automotive manufacturer in Elizabethtown, KY.

Do you offer relocation assistance for this job?

No, relocation is unpaid and no assistance is provided.

Which PLC platforms and robots will I work with?

Primarily Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLCs and ABB robotic systems.

What experience is required to be considered?

At least 2 years programming/troubleshooting robotics or control systems and 3 years with industrial manufacturing equipment.

What education do I need for this role?

An associate degree in Electronics, Automation, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

What are the main day-to-day responsibilities?

Program/troubleshoot PLCs, support ABB robots, improve equipment uptime, and collaborate with maintenance, production, and engineering.

Will I need to support multiple shifts?

Yes, the role provides technical support across multiple shifts.

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At a glance

Workplace

On Site · Elizabethtown, Kentucky, United States

Employment

Full-time

Industry

Architecture & Engineering

Language

English

Posted

4 months ago

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