Controls Engineer

We are proud of what we do and where we are going at Dexter/Dex Ko, and we know that our great people are what makes us so exceptional. It is important to us that the people we invite onto our team are a good fit both technically and culturally, and that the feeling is mutual. The process we use to assess fit may be different than what you’ve experienced with other companies, and we have designed it that way for a reason.

If you have applied and are being considered for a position with us, this brief video will help you understand what to expect as you move through the Dexter/Dex Ko Selection Process.

Dexter is the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets has an opportunity for a Controls Engineer at our manufacturing engineering facility located in Elkhart, IN.
Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.
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• Commission, program, and troubleshoot industrial robotic systems with a focus on welding applications
• Configure and deploy PLC-based control systems, primarily using Rockwell Automation RSLogix 5000 / Studio 5000
• Integrate robotic systems (e.g., Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa) with PLCs, HMIs, and peripheral equipment
• Perform system bring-up, debug I/O, and validate full machine functionality during commissioning
• Develop, modify, and optimize ladder logic, structured text, and function block programs
• Support weld process setup including torch configuration, seam tracking, and weld parameter tuning
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, controls, and robotic faults in real-time production environments
• Interpret electrical schematics, panel layouts, and mechanical drawings for system troubleshooting
• Conduct factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT)
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement design changes and continuous improvements
• Provide on-site startup support and customer training for operators and maintenance personnel
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including lockout/tagout and machine safety circuits
• Maintain detailed documentation including redlines, backups, and commissioning reports
• Travel to customer sites for installation, startup, and support as required
• Program, calibrate, and maintain DC electric torque tools, including parameter setup, tightening strategy configuration, and communication with PLC-based control systems

• Participating in cross functional design reviews to establish standard and custom product designs for new product launches.
• Developing and communicating manufacturing standards for new product launches, project initiatives, and efficiency improvements to all departments.
• Reviewing and approving Engineering prints and specifications for optimum manufacturability, cost, tooling, and process structure.
• Partnering with the Product Design Team to resolve all engineering and design related problems as well as providing manufacturing input required for cost-effective designs.

• Possess strong team, leadership, and interpersonal skills enabling you to work with the full range of employees at the manufacturing site.
• Ability to organize data into presentations for the team…