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Controls Test Engineer

• Location: Mayfield Heights, Ohio 44124
• Work model: On-site
• Posted June 2, 2026
• Job ID: JPC - 204670

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Job Summary: Controls Test Engineer (Hardware) - Mayfield Heights, OH

About the Role

Join a leading automation technology company as a Controls Test Engineer, focusing on testing and validating the latest industrial network hardware. As part of a high-performing team in Mayfield Heights, OH, you will leverage your expertise in hardware testing and industrial control systems to drive product excellence and ensure robust, secure, and innovative automation solutions. This is a contract position offering exposure to advanced manufacturing environments and collaboration with industry experts.

Responsibilities

• Execute functional and custom test plans on managed Cisco switches and industrial network hardware.
• Collaborate closely with hardware, network, and software engineers to define and refine test requirements.
• Analyze new features and releases, applying rigorous troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues.
• Upgrade infrastructure and enhance testing procedures for optimized performance.
• Automate result analysis using programming and scripting skills.
• Support advanced manufacturing software, automation control systems, and drive systems.
• Develop comprehensive documentation, including validation plans, SOPs, technical reports, and traceability matrices.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience in industrial control systems testing environment.
• Proficiency in Ladder Logic or Logic (PLC Programming).
• Hands-on experience with controllers/PLC and industrial hardware testing.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Scripting knowledge (PowerShell or Python).
• Experience testing Ethernet/IP and Cisco switches.
• Background in OT networking.

Preferred Skills

• PLC programming experience.
• Familiarity with ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PowerFlex, and servo/motion control products.
• Experience with multiple industrial networks: EtherNet, ControlNet, DeviceNet.
• Exposure to low or medium voltage drives.

Benefits

• Collaborate with a dynamic, multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge industrial network technologies.
• Opportunity for skill advancement in automation and control systems.
• Competitive contract compensation.
• Face-to-face interview process ensures fit and engagement.

How to Apply

Interested candidates authorized to work in the United States (no sponsorship required) are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter through the Apex Systems job portal. Qualified applicants will be contacted for immediate interview scheduling.

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Job details

Job ID JPC - 204670

Location Mayfield Heights, Ohio, United States

Work Model On-site

Job Type Contract

Posted June 2, 2026

Skills Need to know Ladder Logix OR Logic (PLC Programming) Controllers / PLC Great Troubleshooting experience Scripting (Familiar with PowerShell or Python System Test

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