Job Description

Controls Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join a leading manufacturing organization with multiple facilities across North America. This role involves specifying, designing, implementing, and upgrading complex control systems and software for high-speed production equipment. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and play a key part in improving machine performance, driving engineering excellence, and supporting operational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Production, OEMs, vendors, and contractors in the design, installation, commissioning, and startup of new equipment and process controls.
• Select and approve electrical and controls components, review electrical designs, and perform software assessments and modifications.
• Specify and/or design DCS, PLC, HMI, servo systems, motors, drives, sensors, vision systems, and data collection solutions based on established standards.
• Evaluate electrical equipment options and recommend optimal solutions.
• Assess, design, and implement complex program modifications in DCS, PLC logic, HMI programs, and servo controller logic to enhance equipment and system performance.
• Conduct advanced troubleshooting and lead others in diagnosing electrical, mechanical, and process issues.
• Partner with MES teams to develop and maintain machine data collection systems.
• Lead small capital projects and drive improvements from concept to completion.
• Stay current with emerging controls technologies, industry trends, and safety standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve production operations and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical training and coaching to Controls team members, Production, Warehouse, and other personnel.
• Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and maintain a zero-loss time, safety-driven mindset.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Robotics, Manufacturing Engineering, or related fields.
• Proficiency in creating and modifying schematic drawings (AutoCAD).
• Minimum 3 years of experience with industrial control systems.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical theory, PLC hardware and software (Rockwell and Siemens), servo control, and HMI.
• Understanding of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Training in Functional Machine Safety and safe machine design through risk assessment.
• Knowledge or training in Automation Security (ISO 62443).
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt preferred.
• Experience with root cause analysis preferred.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills; ability to work with cross-disciplinary teams and support project execution.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities
• Minimum three weeks paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match)
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness program with significant annual premium savings
• Additional family-friendly and lifestyle benefits

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