Senior Controls Engineer
Company: Charter Steel
Location: Risingsun
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned
business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the
team and become part of our family! Charter Steel is hiring a
Senior Controls Engineer at our Fostoria OH location! Join a
debt-free company that annually reinvests $100M in CapEx!
Alternative Job Titles: Automation Controls Engineer, Controls
Systems Engineer, Electromechanical Engineer, Project Engineer,
Automation Engineer, SCADA Engineer About Charter Steel: Charter
Steel is a leading American supplier of carbon and alloy steel bar,
rod and wire products, and the largest steel coil processor in
North America. As a fully integrated steelmaker with locations in
Ohio and Wisconsin, Charter Steel offers a full range of grade and
size coiled products and vast technical service experience. Charter
Steel is a member of the Charter Manufacturing family of companies.
Job Summary: The Senior Controls Engineer is responsible for
developing and maintaining systems that support both hardware and
software aspects of motion control, SCADA, and automation projects.
This role will collaborate closely with the maintenance and
operations teams to enhance safety protocols, minimize downtime,
and drive business advancement through modernization and
digitization initiatives. Position specifics: Location: Fostoria OH
Schedule: First shift with off-shift calls (average 3-4 per
quarter) Travel: Up to 10% Relocation : Relocation benefits within
the US available. Applicants must be authorized to work for any
employer in the U.S. Charter Manufacturing is unable to sponsor for
employment visas at this time. Key responsibilities: Solve complex
control engineering challenges and program using IEC 61131-3
languages within Rockwell Automation and Siemens toolsets. Provide
24/7 support for businesses and manage multiple projects
simultaneously. Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams
to fix root-cause issues, reduce downtime, and improve safety.
Design, select, manage, program, and commission automation
equipment to enhance existing systems, including PLC programming
and interfacing with HMI, MES, and SQL database systems. Enable
internal and external partners to understand design standards,
implementation strategies, and best practices, while maintaining
proper documentation. Identify opportunities to increase safety,
reduce costs, increase efficiency, and improve quality. Mentor and
train others to improve safety, lower downtime, and expand off-hour
support resources. What you’ll need: Bachelor’s Degree in STEM
(Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) or commensurate
experience. Five plus years of professional experience with
automation and control systems design. High level of proficiency
working with PLC Hardware, PLC programming, automation controls,
and Control Systems Ability to contribute on large scale projects.
Knowledge of Electrical Standards (NFPA79, National Electric code,
UL508A). Knowledge of Safety standards (ANSI B11/RIA 15, OSHA).
Good working knowledge of CAD for updating and creating electrical
drawings. Applicable knowledge of HMI and programming languages.
Availability for on-call rotation 2-4x per month Nice to haves:
Eight plus years of professional experience with automation and
control systems design. Experience with multiple PLC languages.
Experience in Power Systems and Power Electronics. Proficiency
programming and tuning variable frequency drives Heavy Industrial
or similar industrial experience. Experience in fast-paced
iterative design and manufacturing environments Knowledge of
Industrial Ethernet networks, Wireless Networks, and field bus
networking. Experience with motion control systems consisting of
motors, drives, and encoders. Knowledge of cyber-security protocols
and methods to ensure systems are secure and protected. Join us to
tailor your career path and make a significant impact. Apply today!
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OneFamilyOneTeam We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision
benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching
and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life
insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).
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