Controls Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Instrument/Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team in a high-tech manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining, designing, and optimizing electrical and instrumentation systems critical to our manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, maintain, and optimize electrical and instrumentation systems to support advanced manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to control systems, instrumentation, and automation to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to identify system improvements and implement solutions.
• Perform system analysis, diagnostics, and testing to ensure equipment functionality, efficiency, and safety.
• Develop and support preventative maintenance programs and oversee their execution.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, industry regulations, and company policies in all engineering projects.
• Work with vendors and suppliers to select, procure, and integrate new technologies and systems as needed.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance equipment performance and system reliability.
• Prepare technical documentation, including system schematics, maintenance manuals, and technical reports.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency with control systems (e.g. Siemens), PLC programming, sensors, actuators, and other instrumentation technologies.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities with a focus on root cause analysis.
• Familiarity with industry-standard software for system design, simulation, and analysis (e.g., EPLAN, MATLAB, or similar tools).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with industrial safety standards and regulatory compliance (e.g., ISO, IEC, NFPA, etc.) preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: Proven experience (3–5 years) in electrical engineering, instrumentation, or automation, preferably within a high-tech manufacturing environment.