Controls Engineer

About the role

Taylor Corporation is seeking a Controls Engineer to join their team in North Mankato, MN. This position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule work to be done in the most cost-efficient and safe manner while maintaining project timelines
• Apply knowledge of engineering principles to design products such as product conveying systems, instruments, controls, robots, machines, etc.
• Cook up electrical equipment purchases and manage inventory for projects
• Analyze plant processes, design, and implement improvements
• Troubleshoot issues with hardware and processes
• Create, maintain, and keep current all hard copies and electronic databases: all electrical and pneumatic schematics; panel layouts; PLC, operator display, operator interface, and robot programs; machine power distribution and all related vendor controls component part documentation
• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineers, Electricians, and Operations
• On-hands assistance with the machine shop and electricians as needed
• Occasional travel within the U.S. for installations and site visits

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Controls Engineering, or a related field
• 1+ years of experience with PLC programming in a manufacturing environment, writing and editing PLC programs and HMI user interfaces
• Experience in CAD software creating electrical prints
• Strong organizational skills to oversee multiple projects at once
• High computer literacy – ability to use Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Strong cause-effect analytical abilities to solve problems
• Ability to operate autonomously and self-direct
• Excellent communication and teambuilding skills and an ability to manage relationships with internal and external customers, fostering a relationship of trust and mutual respect

Qualifications

• Print Industry Experience is preferred
• Experience with Autodesk is preferred
• Experience with NFPA 79 and ANSI B11.19 is preferred

Skills

We would also prefer candidates who have experience in the print industry, experience with Autodesk, and experience with NFPA 79 and ANSI B11.19.

Pay

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $70,000 - $90,000. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is not specified.

Benefits

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Taylor Corporation offers a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO), and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.