Controls Technician

MAU is hiring a PLC Controls Technician for Bosch in Florence, KY. As a PLC Controls Technician, you will design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-controlled systems using Siemens S7 and TIA Portal while supporting manufacturing operations through advanced diagnostics, system improvements, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure equipment reliability and efficiency. This is a direct-hire opportunity.

Benefits Package

* 401k

* 401k Matching

* Life insurance

* Health insurance

* Dental insurance

* Vision insurance

* Accidental loss

* Short term disability

* Long term disability

* Paid vacation

* Paid holidays

* Paid time off

* Opportunity for advancement

* Flexible spending account

* Health savings account

Shift Information

* Multiple shifts available | Second & Third

Required

Education and Experience

* Associate degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)

* 3+ years of experience in industrial automation and maintenance

* Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions

* Working knowledge of PLC programming languages (IEC 61131-3), including Ladder Logic (LAD), Function Block Diagram (FBD), Structured Control Language (SCL), Statement List (STL), and GRAPH

* Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints

* Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with electrical servicing and installations

* Effective communication and teamwork skills

* Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage multiple priorities

* Experience troubleshooting vision systems (Cognex, Keyence)

* Experience with servo drive systems, including Rexroth and Siemens platforms

* FAME certification or related advanced technical training

Preferred

Education and Experience

* Experience with Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal

General Requirements

* Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions

* Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints

* Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with electrical servicing and installations

* Effective communication and teamwork skills

* Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage multiple priorities

Essential Functions

* Design PLC systems in accordance with corporate standards

* Program PLC systems in accordance with corporate standards

* Maintain PLC systems in accordance with corporate standards

* Develop HMI applications for manufacturing equipment

* Support HMI applications for manufacturing equipment

* Troubleshoot complex equipment and automation issues to determine root causes and implement corrective actions

* Modify PLC programs and interface communications with industrial devices

* Diagnose and resolve issues with vision systems, including Cognex and Keyence

* Troubleshoot servo drive systems, including Rexroth and Siemens platforms

* Maintain servo drive systems, including Rexroth and Siemens platforms

* Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to improve equipment performance and reliability

* Support mechanical troubleshooting and assist with general maintenance tasks as needed

* Identify programming issues and communicate findings to Controls Engineers

* Provide feedback to Engineering on recurring issues and opportunities for system improvements

* Maintain a proactive approach to learning new technologies and improving technical skills