Automation Controls Engineer

Our client is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to join their team. As an Automation Controls Engineer, you will be part of the engineering organization supporting industrial automation and OT connectivity initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong PLC/HMI/SCADA programming experience, hands‑on commissioning and troubleshooting skills, and a solid understanding of industrial networking and middleware integration which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title:Automation Controls Engineer

Location:Clarksville, TN (Onsite)

Pay Range: 50-55

What's the Job?

• Program and commission Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley) control platforms, including PLC logic development and on-site start-up support.
• Design, develop, test, and deploy PLC logic using Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 / 500 for Control Logix, Compact Logix, and Guard Logix systems.
• Configure operator interfaces using Factory Talk View ME/SE and integrate motion control systems such as Power Flex VFDs and Kinetix servo drives.
• Configure and manage PTC Kepware (KEPServer/EX) middleware to enable real-time OT data acquisition, protocol conversion, and seamless data flow between shop‑floor devices and enterprise systems.
• Perform industrial networking and OT architecture support, including troubleshooting communication protocols (Ether Net/IP, CIP, Modbus TCP/RTU, Profinet) and collaborating with IT/OT teams on managed network components and diagnostics.

What's Needed?

• Demonstrated experience with PLC / HMI / SCADA programming and commissioning, including loop tuning, functional testing, and root‑cause analysis.
• Hands‑on proficiency with Rockwell Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 / 500 and experience working with Control Logix, Compact Logix, and Guard Logix platforms.
• Experience configuring Factory Talk View ME/SE and integrating motion control systems (e.g., Power Flex VFDs, Kinetix servo drives).
• Proficiency with PTC Kepware (KEPServer/EX), including OPC DA/OPC UA, MQTT, REST, IoT Gateway plugins, tag addressing, channel optimization, and security certificate management.
• Knowledge of industrial networking and OT cybersecurity/safety expectations, including industrial communication troubleshooting and adherence to machine safety standards (ISO 13849, IEC 62061 / 61508) and cybersecurity best practices (ISA/IEC 62443).

What's in it for me?

• Work on impactful industrial automation and OT connectivity solutions that keep operations running reliably.
• Use your engineering expertise to deliver end‑to‑end commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting on‑site.
• Collaborate across IT/OT to improve data communication between control devices, SCADA, MES, and enterprise systems.
• Build and maintain clear engineering documentation, including schematics, P&IDs, I/O lists, network diagrams, and Functional Design Specifications (FDS).
• Join a role with immediate start expectations and a structured engagement timeline (Possible 3 Month CTH).

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

Important Submission Requirements: Possible 3 Month CTH | No Fees | Do Not Re‑Post | Confidential. Submit candidates under their legal name and use only Capgemini template. Background check MANDATORY.

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