Controls Engineer; Application Specialist

Join trak group in partnering with a growing client in Cincinnati, Ohio that’s expanding its Manufacturing team. Website Summary Join trak group in partnering with a growing industrial automation client seeking an experienced Controls Engineer (Application Specialist) to develop and deliver technical automation solutions for customers. This highly customer-facing role combines automation engineering, troubleshooting, field service, and technical consulting to identify customer challenges and implement safe, effective solutions.

Projects may include Arc Flash and Lockout/Tagout studies, drive startups, PLC migrations, industrial network configuration, data collection, training, and on-site engineering support. The ideal candidate has a strong automation background and enjoys working directly with customers to solve complex technical problems.

• Meet directly with customers to understand technical challenges and application requirements.
• Develop appropriate automation solutions based on customer needs.
• Safely implement and deliver technical solutions at customer facilities.
• Perform drive startups and commissioning activities.
• Support PLC migrations and automation system upgrades.
• Configure and troubleshoot industrial networks.
• Perform data collection, analysis, and technical reporting.
• Conduct or support Arc Flash, Lockout/Tagout, and IBE audits/studies.
• Provide customer training on automation technologies and applications.
• Deliver on-site technical support through field service, embedded engineering, and scheduled support engagements.
• Troubleshoot automation equipment and systems in production environments.
• Maintain strong knowledge of current industrial automation technologies and applications.
• Serve as a trusted technical resource and maintain credibility with customers.
• Partner with Sales and Automation Specialists to develop technical solutions and pursue new opportunities.
• Communicate project status, technical issues, and next steps to customers, Sales, and leadership.
• Maintain a strong focus on personnel and equipment safety while working in production environments.

• Associate degree in an applicable technical field.
• 5+ years of experience delivering industrial automation solutions to customers.
• Strong technical background in industrial automation and controls.
• Hands-on experience implementing, troubleshooting, or supporting automation systems.
• Experience working directly with customers to identify problems and develop technical solutions.
• Ability to safely perform technical work within active manufacturing and production environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent customer-facing and interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively to customers, sales professionals, and internal teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other common Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively with technical and sales teams.

• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Electrical Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience with PLC migrations and controls upgrades.
• Experience with variable frequency drive startups and commissioning.
• Industrial network configuration and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with Arc Flash and Lockout/Tagout studies.
• Background providing field service or embedded engineering support.
• Experience conducting technical training for customers.
• Data collection and technical reporting experience.
• Experience supporting sales teams during the development and pursuit of automation opportunities.