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Controls Systems Design Engineer (3 yrs of control system design exp. req.)
Location: near Pikesville, MD
Salary: $75,000-$125,000 (DOE) Benefits
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, 3 weeks PTO to start, Paid Holidays
Job Type: Full-Time | Monday-Friday, 40-45 hours/week
Travel: minimal, up to 10-15% within the US
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship transfer is available
Relocation assistance negotiable
Controls Systems Design Engineer (3 yrs control system design exp. req.) Description
Our client in the packaging machinery industry is looking for a Controls Systems Design Engineer to join their team near Pikesville, MD. In this role, you'll play a key role in designing and developing control systems (primarily using Rockwell) for customized dispensing and packaging machinery used across pharmaceutical, biotech, and consumer goods sectors. The ideal candidate will have 3 years of hands-on experience with PLCs, HMI interfaces, motion control, and 2D CAD, as well as a passion for working through complex, one-of-a-kind engineering challenges. To thrive in this role, you should be comfortable navigating ambiguity, working closely with cross-functional teams and customers, and diving into both design and troubleshooting phases of projects. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their work, wants to grow in a tight-knit, collaborative team environment, and values the chance to take ownership of full-cycle machine development from concept to commissioning.
Controls Systems Design Engineer (3 yrs control system design exp. req.) Responsibilities
• Design control systems with motion control and electromechanical components
• Create schematics, panel layouts, flowcharts, and specification sheets
• Program PLCs, HMIs, and motion control systems
• Develop machine concepts, technical drawings and cost estimates
• Source components and apply engineering standards to designs and standard parts
• Collaborate with internal teams and customers from concept to delivery
• Support troubleshooting, debugging and commissioning activities
• Lead design reviews and contribute to sharing knowledge with team
• Manage multiple projects in various lifecycle stages
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes and standards
Controls Systems Design Engineer (3 yrs control system design exp. req.) Qualifications
• 3 years of controls systems design for automated equipment/machinery experience required
• PLC and HMI programming experience required
• Experience with PLC ladder logic required
• Proficiency with 2D CAD drawings required
Salary : $75,000 - $125,000
