Control Systems Engineer – Senior Level (Hybrid)

Barr is seeking a control systems engineer to join our industrial automation and control systems team in Duluth or Hibbing, Minnesota. In this hybrid role, you’ll work directly with clients to define functional requirements and develop automation solutions for industrial processes and facilities across multiple market sectors.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of project execution, including development of requirements, control system architecture, control panel design, PLC and HMI programming, instrumentation and controls design, checkout, commissioning, startup, and client training.
• Prepare engineering packages, plans and specifications, instrumentation indexes, control narratives, and cost estimates.
• Design, configure, and implement instrumentation and control systems from concept development through startup and commissioning for industrial processing facilities, power generation facilities, mining operations, and manufacturing plants.
• Develop proposals including defining work scopes, deliverables, schedules, and budget.
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and executing projects, ensuring project milestones are met and providing regular updates to team members and clients.
• Support the growth and development of team members.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with clients and internal teams, collaborating across disciplines to align technical approaches with client goals.
• Serve as a technical lead on projects and mentor less experienced engineers and technicians.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, chemical engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• 10 or more years of relevant experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, or control system integration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Studio 5000, or other automation programming software.
• Possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr Engineering Co., now or in the future.

Skills

• Experience with Siemens automation platforms, including TIA Portal or SIMATIC systems (helpful but not required).
• Experience with Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Control Expert software (helpful but not required).
• Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition software (helpful but not required).
• Experience with AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical for control schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts (helpful but not required).
• Experience with industrial network design, communication architectures, and integration of automation system components (helpful but not required).
• Experience working in manufacturing, process plant, utility, mining, power, or other heavy industrial environments (helpful but not required).
• Experience assisting with project management, client management, estimating, procurement, and change-order development (helpful but not required).
• Working knowledge of codes, standards, laws, and regulations applicable to project assignments (helpful but not required).
• Demonstrated project organization and management skills (helpful but not required).

Schedule

• Hybrid work arrangement: split time between a Barr office and a home office.
• Travel expectation: up to 10% to support client meetings, field investigations, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Work environment: ability to work in locations with rough terrain typical of construction sites; safety training will be provided.
• Applicants may be asked to participate in a drug screening program at the request of specific clients.
• Must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Pay

Anticipated range of $120,000–$145,000 annually. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. This position is classified as exempt (salaried) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock.
• Profit distribution: all profit distributed to employees through annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders.
• Professional development benefits: annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities.
• Work/life balance: paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave.
• Wellness focus: ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities.

Barr is an employee-owned firm where you’ll join a community of engineers, scientists, and professionals to build a meaningful, rewarding career. We value diverse perspectives and believe an inclusive workplace is critical to our success.