Controls Engineer II

About the role

Power the future of automation as a Controls Engineer II at Day & Zimmermann. You'll design, program, and optimize PLCs, SCADA systems, and automated equipment to keep operations running smoothly. Your daily tasks include troubleshooting, documenting solutions, and collaborating with process owners to enhance production line uptime and reduce downtime.

Responsibilities

• Design, troubleshoot, and program automated equipment.
• Work closely with process owners to design, build, and maintain user-friendly controls and equipment.
• Find solutions to improve equipment utilization and reduce downtime by identifying and resolving production process issues.
• Limited scope of project management.
• Direct the work of maintenance personnel and outside services.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and complex diagrams.
• Write routine correspondence.
• Speak effectively before employees of the organization.
• Specify and build control systems.
• Knowledge in PLC or other automated systems. SCADA experience required.
• Understand NEC, NFPA, NESC.
• Prioritize and handle multiple duties simultaneously.
• Apply logical thinking to identify and resolve automated process issues.
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office software.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to interface and integrate multiple systems and platforms in automated processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field (prefer Electrical Engineer, Computer Engineer, or Automation focus).
• 2+ years Engineering experience.
• PLC and HMI experience required.
• Valid REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or current passport.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage; life, AD&D, and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet individual needs; and pet insurance for our furry family members.

Physical and Mental Demands

To ensure a safe work environment, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks:

• Visual acuity.
• Pushing or pulling.
• Balancing.
• Manual dexterity.
• Stooping.
• Grasping.
• Reaching.
• Feeling.
• Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 0 pounds.
• Climbing.
• Walking.
• Hearing.
• Repetitive motions.
• Talking.
• Kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Capacity to think, concentrate, and focus over long periods of time.
• Ability to write complex documents.
• Ability to read complex documents.
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
• Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bulletproof vest, or other equipment.
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company’s office or work site.
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $76,080 to $114,120. Final offer amount may vary based on factors including experience and geographic location.