Sr. Engineer, Controls & PLC

Join Our Team as a Sr. Engineer Controls & PLC at Johnson Electric!

Location:Springfield TN (100% onsite)

Vacancy Type:Existing Position

Schedule:Full-Time

Relocation:Relocation Assistance Available

Travel:Up to 5%

As our nextSr. Engineer Controls & PLC youll be at the forefront of designing implementing and optimizing advanced automation and control systems that drive manufacturing excellence. Your expertise in industrial automation PLC programming robotics integration and machine vision technology will be crucial in improving operational efficiency equipment reliability and production performance while supporting Johnson Electrics continuous innovation initiatives.

Why Youll Love Working Here:

• Lead cutting-edge automation and controls projects that directly impact manufacturing performance.
• Work with advanced technologies including PLCs robotics machine vision systems and Industry 4.0 solutions.
• Collaborate with highly skilled engineering quality maintenance and production teams.
• Influence the design and implementation of next-generation manufacturing systems.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth technical leadership and career advancement.
• Join a culture focused on innovation continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What Youll Be Doing:

• Design program troubleshoot and optimize PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment and automation systems.
• Lead automation projects including controls design equipment commissioning startup validation and continuous improvement activities.
• Support integration of robotics machine vision systems sensors safety devices and Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve equipment uptime process capability and manufacturing efficiency.
• Manage automation vendors system integrators and equipment suppliers to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop and maintain controls documentation standards schematics and work instructions.

What Were Looking For:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechatronics Engineering Automation Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 7 years of experience in controls engineering industrial automation or automotive manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs HMI systems industrial networking and control system architecture.
• Experience with machine vision systems sensors scanners and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting root-cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Experience leading automation projects and supporting manufacturing operations.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Experience with KUKA ABB Fanuc or other industrial robotic systems.
• Experience with Keyence vision systems AI vision technologies and smart factory initiatives.
• Knowledge of servo systems motion control and advanced automation architectures.
• Experience supporting IATF 16949 automotive manufacturing environments.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.

What we offer:

Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally surrounded by some of the most dedicated innovative and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course we offer competitive pay and benefits and far more than that we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important assetour peoplecan flourish. Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process.

Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.

Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our process.

Come join our global inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity knowledge skills creativity and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our companys most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected regardless of their age gender race ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.