Controls Engineer
Job Location:
Georgetown, DE - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 50 - 59
Posted:
8 September 2026 (13 hours ago)
Application Deadline:
6 December 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
KAYGEN is an emerging leader in providing top talent for technology-based staffing services. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing direct hire staffing and project-based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries.
KAYGEN is an emerging leader in providing top talent for technology based staffing services. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing direct hire staffing and project based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries.
Job Description:
Who were looking for
Our Clients Engineering Excellence & Strategy Assembly Planning Department is looking for a passionate and highly-motivated Assembly Technician/ Controls Engineer.
The primary responsibility of this role is to provide technical/skilled support to EES Assembly Planning Engineering team. This includes design/drawing review buyoff support install/commissioning and equipment start up support.
Reporting to the Advanced Equipment & Equipment Standards Manager (AES) the person in this role will support the EES Assembly Planning departments objective to provide high quality low cost and reliable plant Equipment and control systems
What youll be doing
- Review equipment specifications and design identify improvements conduct vendor buyoffs to confirm equipment functions
- Install equipment verify safety quality and productivity of equipment.
- Investigate to determine modification requirements. Implement modifications. Trial and adjust.
- Lower cost and decrease project time by overseeing installation by vendor and facilitating kanban process.
- Improve equipment quality and productivity by implementing adjustments as identified during online vehicle trials.
- Install set-up and troubleshoot ToyoPuc and Allen-Bradley etc. program controllers
- Provide training to Maintenance members on newly implemented equipment
- Share Subject Matter Expert knowledge to local NAMC Maintenance and Production Members
- Travel up to 20% at times. Engage in travel to U.S. Canada and/or Mexico NAMCs and suppliers as well as foreign travel including Japan Canada Mexico. Commonly work overtime including weekends and holidays
- Strong PLC programming/troubleshooting (ToyoPuc Siemens Omron Mitsubishi or Allen Bradley) 4 years
- Comprehensive knowledge of PLCs 6 years
- Comprehensive knowledge of Electrical circuits and Industrial controls 4 years
- 2-year technical degree or completion of trade school program (EET or Industrial Maintenance Technology) and/or equivalent work experience.
- Ability to read mechanical/electrical drawings
- Ability to travel up to 20% at times. (Including International travel)
- Ability to work up to 20% overtime when required.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40lbs on occasion
- Ability to frequent standing walking bending kneeling and crouching on varying surfaces.
- Manual dexterity to operate hand tools power tools and machinery.
- Good vision and hand-eye coordination for detailed repairs.
- Proficiency with MS Office Excel PowerPoint Word TEAMs
- What you may bring (Nice to Have)
- 4 years Industrial maintenance experience
- Knowledge of Industrial Robot programming and teaching
- Knowledge of AGVs/AMRs programming and set up
- Knowledge of safety scanners and programming.
- Knowledge of various industrial controls networking EthernetIP FLNet ProfiNet ect.
- Automotive manufacturing experience.
- Knowledge in Our Client Machinery Standards (NA-AMS G-AMS Machinery Risk Assessment etc)
- OSHA 10 certification
At KAYGEN we are always looking for dynamic talented and experienced individuals. We invite you to join our team of talented IT professionals consulting at client locations across the globe. Our culture is team-orientated; we strive to stand by our core values of respect honesty and integrity. Our team of experienced staffing experts will work with you to find you the best opportunity. For more information please visit us at .
Benefits with Kaygen
-Healthcare Insurance
-Vision and Dental Insurance
-401(k) Retirement Plan
-Free Life Insurance
-Vacation Time Off
-Sick Time Off
-Family Medical Leave (FMLA)
Achieve your Kaizen by clicking here. A unique and exclusive talent community supported by Kaygen that includes programs like:
Certifications
Mentorship Program
Referrals
Family and Wellness benefits
Continuous Growth and Career Development
At KAYGEN people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a diverse inclusive and employee-driven culture where every individual is valued empowered and encouraged to bring their authentic self to work. Our candidate-first approach means we are committed to understanding your career goals and connecting you with opportunities that align with your aspirations skills and potential. Whether youre taking the next step in your career or searching for your dream opportunity KAYGEN is more than a staffing partnerwere a community dedicated to helping you grow succeed and thrive. Join us and discover a place where your talent is recognized your ambitions are supported and your future is built alongside a team that invests in your success every step of the way.
Our team of experienced staffing experts will work with you to find you the best opportunity. For more information please visit us at .
Benefits:
- Free Healthcare Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Free Life Insurance
- Sick Time Off
- Mentorship Program
- Certifications
- Referrals
- Family and Wellness benefits
- Continuous Growth and Career Development
Required Experience:
IC