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