Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Plymouth - 46247

Employment Status: Salary Full-Time

Function: Engineering

Pay Grade and Range: USXX - Grade USXX Salaried 55 ($57.798,98 - $82.569,97)

Bonus Plan: AIP

Target Bonus: 5%

Hiring Manager: Nathan Butler

Recruiter: Thomas Franklin Heun

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Job Summary

We are seeking an entry-level Industrial Controls Engineer focused on PC, PLC, and HMI programming for custom machinery projects. This role provides training and mentorship to develop programming skills for automation systems, including PC control, PLC logic and HMI interfaces. Ideal for recent graduates passionate about coding and industrial technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in commissioning equipment with supervision.

• Help test and debug control programs.

• Contribute to code creation for PC base controls systems.

• Assist in programming under guidance of senior engineers.

• Support development of HMI interfaces for operator interaction.

• Maintain documentation for software and version control.

• Collaborate with team members and contractors during installation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electical Engineering or related field or equivalent experience

• 0-1+ years of experience

• Basic knowledge of programming concepts.

• Strong interest in automation and programming.

• Familiarity with Rockwell Studio 5000 or willingness to learn.

• Travel: 30% - 50%

Preferred Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Exposure to industrial communication protocols.

• Coursework or internship experience in PLC/HMI programming.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.