PLC Controls Engineer in Mason

Job DescriptionJob Description

Role Summary

As a PLC Controls Engineer II, you will support the commissioning and testing of automated material handling systems, including high-speed sortation, scanning, and merging applications. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career engineers to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, travel-intensive role.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in PLC programming, HMI development, and system commissioning
• Support project scope, schedule, and deliverables
• Collaborate with internal and external engineering teams
• Help develop technical documentation (QA/QC, test plans)
• Participate in BUAT/UAT/FAT testing and post-installation support
• Contribute to customer training and troubleshooting
• Perferred - US or Perm not required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
• Up to 4 years of experience in controls engineering or material handling
• Exposure to Allen-Bradley PLCs and Wonderware Aveva Edge (or similar HMI platforms)
• Experience or interest in post and parcel operations ()

Technical Skills ()

PLC & HMI:

• Allen-Bradley
• Beckhoff
• Wonderware Aveva Edge
• FactoryTalk View

Drives & Interfaces:

• VFDs
• Cognex/SICK scanners
• Machine vision systems

Software Tools:

• Studio 5000
• RSLinx
• AutoCAD Electrical
• B&R Automation Studio

Networking:

• Ethernet/IP
• Profibus
• WCS integration

Other Tools:

• Ignition
• SOPAS
• SST Profibus Config Tool
• Datalogic DataMan

Soft Skills

• Willingness to travel extensively and work in dynamic environments (~90% travel)
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Eagerness to learn and collaborate across teams

Work Expectations

• Travel: ~85%
• Onsite: Mason, OH when not traveling
• Hours: 40–60 per week depending on project phase
• Expenses: Weekly reimbursement submission required

Company DescriptionKronos always provides our partners with 100% customer satisfaction and on time delivery. If you are excited about working for a company that takes its job seriously and does not cut corners you will have a home with Kronos.Company DescriptionKronos always provides our partners with 100% customer satisfaction and on time delivery. If you are excited about working for a company that takes its job seriously and does not cut corners you will have a home with Kronos.