Job Details

Controls Engineer - West Region

Are you eager to join a dynamic and expanding company where you can both learn and make a meaningful impact? If you possess a strong sense of empathy, enjoy assisting others, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and excel at problem-solving, we encourage you to apply today to connect with a recruiter!

Founded in 1986, OnTrac has evolved into the leading provider of same-day and next-day delivery services in the U.S. for premier e-commerce and product-supply businesses, including five of the largest retailers in the U.S.

Location: Remote - Central/West Time Zones are highly preferred

Salary: $120,000 - $140,000

The Controls Engineer plays a critical role in supporting the reliability and performance of OnTrac's automated parcel handling systems. This role focuses on developing, maintaining, and optimizing PLC and WCS programs to ensure system uptime, fault recovery, and throughput efficiency. The Controls Engineer collaborates closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, and OEMs to support a resilient and scalable automation environment across the network.

Unpacking the Benefits:

• Competitive individual and group benefits
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off including Holiday pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Safe and clean work environment

The Must-Haves:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• 48 years of experience in industrial controls or automation
• Proficiency with PLCs (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell), HMIs, SCADA systems, and safety interlocks
• Ability to travel up to 50%

Your Mission in Motion:

• Support and optimize PLC and WCS systems for conveyors, sorters, and dimensioners
• Develop and maintain control logic and fault recovery processes
• Collaborate with OEMs and internal teams on system upgrades, commissioning, and testing
• Maintain detailed controls documentation including IO lists, schematics, and network diagrams
• Train site technicians and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards for control systems
• Assist in system commissioning and integration testing for new automation deployments and retrofits

Paving your way to your success:

• You're calm and methodical when troubleshooting under pressure
• You're detail-oriented and diligent in code structure and documentation
• You build trust with local maintenance teams through expert support and coaching
• You thrive in fast-paced environments and adapt quickly to shifting priorities
• You're passionate about scalable, reliable automation and continuous improvement

If you are excited to be part of our team and grow with our OnTrac family, we invite you to apply! OnTrac is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

OnTrac is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or age. Join us in our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.