Controls Engineer

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric's innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential 'Linc' that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company's website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com . Location: Euclid - Automation Employment Status: Salary Full-Time Function: Engineering Pay Range: ($99,210.00 - $125,000.00) Target Bonus: 10.0% Req ID: 30143 Summary Lincoln Electric Automation is seeking a Controls Engineer to play a key role in the electrical design, development, and startup of automated manufacturing systems. This position supports innovative solutions such as robotic welding cells, advanced tooling and fixtures, and integrated automation equipment used by manufacturers around the world. If you enjoy hands-on engineering, collaborative problem solving, and seeing complex systems come to life on the plant floor, this role offers a highly visible and rewarding opportunity. This is an on-site position in Cleveland, OH. This is an on-site position in Cleveland, OH. We are flexible to a hybrid work schedule for this position with three days in office and two days remote. I n addition to competitive pay, Lincoln Electric offers a bonus plan, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and many more outstanding benefits! Key Responsibilities * Develop, modify, commission, and troubleshoot PLC programs and integrated control systems. * Configure and support industrial communication networks, including Ethernet/IP, I/O Link and CIP Safety. * Select, configure, and troubleshoot electrical components such as sensors, actuators, motors, VFDs, servo systems, safety devices, and industrial control hardware. * Support robot integration, including robot I/O, control interfaces, peripheral devices, and machine communication. * Identify project risks, assumptions, constraints, and unresolved issues early and communicate recommended mitigation strategies. * Coordinate electrical engineering activities with mechanical, software, controls, robotics, production, service, and project management teams. * Participate in design reviews and contribute to system-level technical decisions. * Support build, commissioning, startup, and field service activities as required. * Travel as needed to support project execution. Up to 15% possible (5%-10% is normal) Required Education & Experience * Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. * 3-5 + years of experience in industrial automation, robotic systems, custom machinery, or a similar environment. * Experience designing, implementing, and supporting electrical systems for automated machinery. * Strong PLC programming, commissioning, and trouble