Controls Engineer

Summary:

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program, and analyze machine control systems from concept to full-scale production. This role is essential in developing next-generation machine tool controls, ensuring efficiency, safety, and reliability in industrial automation.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop machine control systems that meet customer and company specifications while optimizing cost and engineering time.
• Create and layout electrical components in a space-efficient, safe, and cost-effective manner.
• Program PLCs and HMIs to ensure smooth and efficient machine operation while integrating all necessary safety features.
• Evaluate internal and external design capabilities, providing accurate specifications and documentation to ensure projects remain on schedule.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and project coordinators to review designs before production.
• Prepare and maintain documentation for customer approval, including purchase orders, drawings, and technical reports.
• Source competitive quotations for electrical enclosures, control panels, and other necessary components while considering lead times to keep projects on track.
• Work closely with production teams during machine assembly, startup, debugging, and final testing.
• Support field service technicians and training personnel during machine installations at customer locations.
• Assist sales and aftermarket teams by providing technical expertise when needed.
• Attend project meetings related to scheduling, job content, and overall progress.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and recommend innovations for future machine designs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in machine tool design, automation, or a related industry.
• Experience with powertrains or engines is a plus.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc) and HMI software; experience with EPlan is an advantage.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Windows-based systems.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to identify patterns, draw conclusions, and make data-driven decisions.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally for hands-on work at manufacturing sites.