Fives Stein is hiring an Entry Level Controls Engineer for its Steel & Glass division based in the Columbus, MS area, starting in May/June. This role involves regional travel between Columbus, MS and Nashville, TN to provide on-site support and commissioning for clients.
What You'll Do
- Create, commission, and debug industrial controls systems, PLC software, and HMI screens for diverse industries.
- Travel to customer sites for system installation, startup, and production support.
- Conduct peripheral device programming, machine PLC programming, and coordinate machine debug and validation.
- Ensure systems are designed and programmed to customer specifications using standard approaches.
- Receive training on multiple PLC platforms, hardware design, and programming.
What We're Looking For
- Education or training in programming languages; ladder logic/PLC is ideal, but object-oriented programming experience is acceptable.
- CAD or design experience (e.g., AutoCAD, Solidworks, EPLAN).
- A strong willingness to learn and train on new systems, and an enjoyment of programming.
- A good attitude, team-player mentality, ability to work independently, and willingness to go the extra mile.
- Ability and willingness to travel.
Nice to Have
- Prior internship or co-op experience.
- Proficiency with field bus networks such as DeviceNet, Ethernet I/P, Profibus, ProfiNet.
Technical Stack
- PLC platforms, HMI screens, Ladder logic, Object-oriented programming
- AutoCAD, Solidworks, EPLAN
- DeviceNet, Ethernet I/P, Profibus, ProfiNet
Benefits & Compensation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and AD&D insurance
- 401K with Company Match
- Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, and Sick Days
Work Mode
This is an onsite position based in the Columbus, MS area, with regular regional travel required.
Fives Stein is an equal opportunity employer.
