Controls Engineer

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Design and layout electrical control panels, ensuring compliance with UL508A and NEC standards.
• Select and integrate sensors, pneumatic control components, and commercial automation products (e.g., photo sensors, vision systems, hot melt systems).
• Develop, modify, and debug PLC, HMI, and Kinetix servo motion control programs.
• Create electrical schematics and bills of materials based on project requirements.
• Ensure efficient time and cost management when selecting control system components.
• Troubleshoot control systems over the phone and on-site with customers.
• Travel to customer locations for system installation, modifications, and aftermarket electrical control support (up to 30% travel).

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Allen-Bradley PLCs, (Studio5000), HMI development (FactoryTalk View), and AutoCAD.
• Strong background in machine automation, electrical schematic design, and motion control systems.
• Proficient in AutoCAD for electrical design; experience with SolidWorks Electrical is a plus.
• Familiar with commercial automation products such as photo sensors, pneumatics, and vision systems.
• Experience in PLC programming, HMI development, and multi-axis coordinated motion control.
• Solid understanding of machine timing and industrial wiring concepts.
• Strong electro-mechanical skills with a hands-on approach to system troubleshooting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with electrical schematic software such as AutoCAD Light or SolidWorks Electrical.
• Prior exposure to industrial automation and machine design.

A bit about us: We are a U.S.-based industrial company that designs and builds automated packaging machinery.

Why join us? $120-130k! Annual Bonuses! 401K Matching! Accelerated Career Growth! Challenging Problems!

Salary: $120,000 - $130,000 per year

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.