Project Controls Engineer

Our client, a leading global tier-one automotive supplier, is seeking a Project Controls Engineer to join their team at a key manufacturing facility in Bellefontaine, OH. This hands-on engineering role focuses on automation, equipment upgrades, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

$90,000.00/yr - $/yr

• Annual Bonus

Recruiter at Variant Partners:
Executive Search

This company is a trusted name in the automotive industry, known for innovation, quality, and stability. As they expand their operations across North America, this position offers a chance to work on impactful projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and grow your technical and leadership skills. This is a full-time, direct-hire role with a competitive base salary, annual bonus, and a full benefits package (medical, vision, dental, 401K match).

The Project Controls Engineer will be responsible for supporting automation and controls projects across the plant, focusing on improving equipment performance, reliability, and process efficiency:

• Lead and support technical projects, including equipment installation and process improvements
• Program and troubleshoot PLC/HMI systems (Mitsubishi & Allen Bradley preferred)
• Design and review control panels, electrical schematics, and power distribution plans
• Interface with maintenance, engineering, suppliers, and contractors
• Apply structured problem-solving methods (Six Sigma, 8D, Kaizen) to improve system reliability

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• 3+ years of hands-on PLC/HMI programming experience
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical, robotics (Fanuc, Yaskawa), and electrical standards

• Full-time

• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Manufacturing

• Associate

Medical insurance;
Vision insurance; 401(k)