Controls Engineer

Post Date

May 29, 2026

Location

Wentzville,
Missouri

ZIP/Postal Code

63385
US
Aug 05, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

DAL-f2530d10-91c5-48b0-98e0-f6abfcf0e2b1

Pay Rate

$28 - $35 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a controls engineer to support a manufacturing plant. You will be responsible for Assist in the design and development of control systems based on written sequences of operation
Support creation of electrical wiring, pneumatic, and hydraulic diagrams for manufacturing equipment
Participate in development and testing of PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) and HMI (Human Machine Interface) software
Help troubleshoot, debug, and support commissioning/start-up of automated systems on-site
Provide technical support during installation of tooling and equipment in plant environments
Assist with training plant personnel on operation of control systems
Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, and supplier teams to resolve equipment and process issues
Ensure compliance with company safety, quality, and engineering standards

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

- associates or bachelors degree
- 2 years of experience in manufacturing setting
- PLC programming experience
- hmi experience

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- automotive experience

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.