**Job Title: Controls Technician** Job Description As a Controls Technician, you will play an essential role in testing, evaluating, and specifying new or existing company products. This position requires a blend of virtual work in CAD, Drawing, or ERP environments and hands-on tasks in a testing or production environment. You will work independently, often taking technical direction from Controls Engineers and managers, to achieve various objectives. Responsibilities + Conduct testing and evaluation of both new and existing products. + Support the wiring and building of prototypes for new product development. + Develop, document, and conduct training for testing protocols. + Modify or update wiring schematics or other technical drawings. + Create and update bills of material and routings for cost estimates and manufacturing. + Assist other technical team members in authoring owner’s manuals, test procedures, and other engineering deliverables. + Troubleshoot prototypes and test pieces. + Provide support to operations and field service teams on new products, especially concerning BOMs, routings, design updates, and technical questions. + Perform other duties as assigned. Essential Skills + Field service experience. + Electrical and PLC troubleshooting skills. + Installation and decommissioning of electrical systems. + Experience with conveyor systems and conveyance systems. + Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC, Rockwell Automation, and VFD. + Pre-commissioning and commissioning experience is a must. + Proficiency in mechanical and electrical systems, automation, and blueprint reading. + Ability to read and interpret mechanical/electrical schematics and customer specifications. + Basic math skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel and Outlook. + Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical and/or E-Plan. Additional Skills & Qualifications + 0-5 years’ experience in an applicable engineering field. + Strong verbal and written communication skills. + Hands-on problem-solving ability in diverse environments. + Working knowledge of controls hardware, wiring of control panels, and wiring of controls devices. + Experience with ERPs (SyteLine preferred) and PLM or PDM Systems. + Familiarity with NFPA 70, National Electric Code, and NFPA 79. + Ability to maintain positive and professional working relationships with all levels of staff. + Successful completion of a 90-day probationary period. Why Work Here? Join a family-owned company with over 100 years of history, dedicated to investing in and caring for their employees. Enjoy benefits such as medical and vision insurance starting day one, a 401k with company match, profit-sharing bonuses, and tuition reimbursement. Experience a supportive work culture with holiday cookouts and luncheons, and seize the opportunity for long-term career growth. Work Environment The work environment is a pleasant, temperature-controlled, professional office setting within a manufacturing environment. The role involves frequent interaction with the shop floor, where you may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles. The noise level varies, and the air temperature changes with seasonal weather. Travel to client sites may be required up to 15-25% of the time, with all travel expenses covered. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Port Clinton, Ohio. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $72800.00/yr. Please ask your recruiter for a benefits overview. **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Port Clinton,OH. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.