Principal Controls Engineer

About JLG, an Oshkosh company

JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world.

JLG is seeking a Principal Controls Engineer to lead manufacturing system projects. This individual is responsible for developing control system applications that are a key to the success of the JLG Business and Operational Technology practice. This individual must provide leadership in project implementation and technical solutions.

• •Act as Subject Matter Expert in factory controls while leading factory control systems projects interfacing with Digital Technology and Operations teams
• •Able to lead PFMEAs in collaboration with project team members
• •Design and build control panels
• •Read/Write/Solution PLCs, SCADA (Ignition), HMIs, and other controls systems
• •Facilitate test case development and implementation
• •Develop and enforce a standard operating procedure (SOP) for project startups, ensuring that all necessary equipment and documentation are prepared and reviewed in advance
• •Perform startups, customer/end user training, and field troubleshooting
• •Perform equipment upgrades and retrofits, as required
• •Level 3 support for the plants on control systems
• •Responsible for schematic creation, controls layouts, BOM creation and other design documentation ensuring accuracy and maintain as-built drawings
• •Responsible for electrical drawing approvals
• •Ensure thorough documentation of all work, including technical details, changes, and project progress
• •Conduct regular debriefs to discuss project progress, challenges, and ensure corrective actions are taken
• •Define standard components list, electrical standards and programming standards
• •Travel up to 20%

The following represents general working conditions for this role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances.

• •This role combines office-based administrative duties with physical activity in field or production environments.
• •In the office setting, tasks may require extended computer use, sitting, and attending meetings.
• •Field or floor work may involve walking across various terrains or shop floors, standing, moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), climbing stairs, and exposure to varying temperatures or noise levels.
• •Must be able to shift focus between detailed cognitive work and occasional physical tasks as needed.
• •Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities to support performance across both office and field responsibilities.

$92,600.00 - $154,400.00

The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and