Overview
Controls Engineer Jobs in Louisville Metropolitan Area at FastLogix Automation
Title: Controls Engineer
Company: FastLogix Automation
Location: Louisville Metropolitan Area
Controls Engineer — Contract (Summer/Peak Season)
FastLogix Automation · Louisville, KY · Remote/Field
Contract · 6 months · Direct hire potential · 80% travel through North America· Compensation negotiable
ABOUT THE ROLE
FastLogix Automation is a Louisville-based industrial controls engineering firm supporting major logistics and material handling operations nationwide. We're bringing on a contract Controls Engineer to support peak project deployments, with a path to a full-time offer for the right candidate.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
– Commission, troubleshoot, and support PLC-controlled conveyor and sortation systems at client facilities across the U.S and Canada.
– Program and modify Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLC logic (Studio 5000 / Logix platforms).
– Troubleshoot and configure variable frequency drives (VFDs) and motor-driven roller (MDR) conveyor systems.
– Read and interpret electrical schematics, panel drawings, and wiring diagrams.
– Coordinate with on-site facility teams, GCs, and client project managers.
– Document commissioning activities, punch list items, and field changes.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
– Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
– 1–3 years of hands-on controls engineering experience in industrial automation or material handling.
– Proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLCs (Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000).
– Proficiency with AutoCAD is a plus.
– Experience with VFD commissioning and parameter configuration.
– Familiarity with MDR conveyor systems (24VDC zone logic, motor roller controllers).
– Ability to confidently read electrical drawings and panel schematics.
– Comfortable working independently at remote customer sites with minimal supervision.
– Able and willing to travel 80% nationwide — this role is primarily field-based.
– Must pass a standard background check and drug screening.
DETAILS
– Contract length: 6 months (July – Dec 2026).
– Direct hire potential for the right candidate.
– Travel: ~80% nationwide.
– Compensation: negotiable / competitive.
– Clearances: background check + drug test required.
TO APPLY
- Send your resume and a brief note about your controls background to [email protected] with subject line "Controls Engineer – Summer 2026."
