Controls Engineer, PLC

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What the ideal candidate will do:

• Design electrical control systems and create schematics for custom automation equipment using AutoCAD.
• Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems using Allen-Bradley and Siemens platforms.
• Develop and maintain controls documentation, bills of materials (BOMs), and project records.
• Manage controls engineering activities to support project schedules, budgets, and performance goals.
• Review customer requirements, specifications, and drawings to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop functional specifications and support system testing, commissioning, and customer acceptance activities.
• Collaborate with other departments and team members.
• Provide technical support for project quoting, system design, and new equipment development.
• Assist with equipment installation, startup, troubleshooting, training, and field service as needed.
• Identify and implement control system improvements, standardization efforts, and new technologies.

• Must be a U.S. person.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on controls engineering experience in industrial automation, custom machinery, machine design, or test equipment manufacturing.
• Proficiency with PLC programming and troubleshooting, including Allen-Bradley and Siemens platforms, plus HMI development.
• Experience designing electrical control systems and schematics using AutoCAD or EPLAN.
• Strong knowledge of electrical controls, industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet), pneumatics, hydraulics, and machine safety standards.
• Experience commissioning, troubleshooting, and supporting automated equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project management skills with the ability to work directly with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally, including any required training.