Controls Engineer
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Job overview
Insight Global is hiring a Controls Engineer for a client in Brownwood, Texas. The role focuses on hands-on design, programming, troubleshooting, and implementation of automation and controls systems for manufacturing and production equipment. The engineer will support equipment from design through commissioning, develop control solutions, evaluate equipment, and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams.
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Job Description
Insight Global is hiring a Controls Engineer for a client in Brownwood, TX. This position will focus on the hands-on design, programming, troubleshooting, and implementation of automation and controls systems supporting manufacturing and production equipment.
Responsibilities Design, develop, and implement machine and process automation solutions to improve manufacturing quality, efficiency, and cost. Program, configure, and troubleshoot Siemens PLCs, drives, and control systems. Support new and modified equipment through design, installation, startup, training, and commissioning. Create and modify electrical schematics using AutoCAD Electrical or similar CAD software, including construction, installation, and as-built documentation. Develop automation and control solutions for new products and existing manufacturing processes. Evaluate prototype and production equipment, document performance, troubleshoot issues, and recommend modifications. Design or assemble basic mechanical fixtures and mounts for sensors and actuators. Develop BOMs, identify equipment/material requirements, and support parts procurement. Utilize oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and other hands-on tools for testing, measurement, and troubleshooting. Assist with project planning and management, including communicating milestones, timelines, and critical paths. Create and maintain equipment documentation, operating instructions, records, revisions, and standard work procedures. Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and other technical teams while maintaining safety and an organized workspace.
Skills and Requirements
Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or equivalent. Experience with electrical design and PLC programming. Strong experience with Siemens PLCs, drives, controls programming, and setup. Hands-on experience with equipment design, automation, evaluation, and troubleshooting. Experience creating and modifying electrical schematics in AutoCAD Electrical or similar software. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including developing test methods, documenting data, and presenting results. Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, and Arc Flash requirements. Ability to develop technical documentation and standard work procedures. Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work hands-on with automation equipment.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].
How this job compares
Set against the 2,383 open Controls Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Texas median$117–160K/yr97 salary ranges
- US median$39–53/hr164 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 261 open Controls Engineer jobs in Texas and 2,383 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- Controls Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 6 years (2,008 postings).
- Education
- 1,184 of the 2,383 open Controls Engineer jobs (50%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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