Overview
HybridThis role requires extensive travel (up to 90%) to client sites across the U.S.
$35 - $40
Contract - W2
Contract - 6 Month(s)
Skills
Acceptance Testing
Allen-Bradley
Communication
Configuration Management
Electrical Engineering
SCADA
Programmable Logic Controller
Issue Resolution
Job Details
BEPC Inc. Now hiring a PLC Controls Engineer I in Mason, OH. Position: PLC Controls Engineer I
Location: 90% Travel Nationwide | 10% Onsite in Mason, OH
Type: W2 6 month contract with possible extensions
Pay Rate: $35.00 40.00/hr. + medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Hours: Typically 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (flexibility required based on travel/client needs)
Location: 90% Travel Nationwide | 10% Onsite in Mason, OH
Type: W2 6 month contract with possible extensions
Pay Rate: $35.00 40.00/hr. + medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Hours: Typically 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (flexibility required based on travel/client needs)
Position Summary
BEPC Inc. is seeking a PLC Controls Engineer I to support the commissioning and testing of automated material handling systems, including high-speed sortation, scanning, and merging operations. This hands-on, travel-intensive role is ideal for early-career engineers looking to build deep expertise in industrial automation and systems integration.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in PLC programming, HMI development, and on-site system commissioning
- Support the delivery of projects on schedule and within defined scope
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including internal engineers, vendors, and clients
- Help generate and maintain technical documentation (QA/QC protocols, test plans, reports)
- Participate in BUAT, UAT, FAT testing, and provide post-installation support
- Contribute to customer training, issue resolution, and performance tuning
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor s degree in electrical engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline
- 0 2 years of hands-on experience in controls engineering or automation systems
- Familiarity or coursework involving Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMI platforms such as Wonderware or Aveva Edge
- Interest in automated logistics, material handling, or post/parcel operations is a plus
Preferred Technical Skills
- PLC & HMI Platforms: Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, Wonderware Aveva Edge, FactoryTalk View
- Drives & Vision Systems: VFDs, Cognex/SICK scanners, machine vision integration
- Software Tools: Studio 5000, RSLinx, AutoCAD Electrical, B&R Automation Studio
- Industrial Networking: Ethernet/IP, Profibus, WCS integration
- Additional Tools: Ignition SCADA, SOPAS, SST Profibus Config Tool, Datalogic DataMan
Soft Skills & Traits
- Willingness to travel extensively and work in diverse environments
- Strong problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills
- Self-motivated with a desire to learn and grow within cross-disciplinary teams
- Comfortable in customer-facing or collaborative technical roles
Work Expectations
- Travel: Up to 90%, including international travel as required
- Base Location: Mason, OH (office work when not deployed; some flexibility possible)
- Environment: Fast-paced field commissioning, high-performance teams, hands-on engineering. USOPS
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