Junior Controls Engineer

About the role

We’re seeking a full-time controls engineer to join our expanding team and contribute to the design, programming, and management of automation projects in the pharmaceutical and food & beverage industries.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of automation projects, assisting in the development of specifications for control panels, networks, and software (primarily Allen‑Bradley PLC/PACs and FactoryTalk View ME/SE HMI and SCADA).
• Contribute to translating process or packaging applications into construction packages for control panel designs and electrical installation scopes.
• Typical documents may include equipment arrangement drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and control panel drawings.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and project team members to ensure successful project execution and timely delivery.
• Assist with project lifecycle activities, including system design, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning under the guidance of more experienced engineers.
• Participate in site surveys and provide hands‑on support during installation and commissioning, focusing on learning control system deployment best practices.
• Maintain compliance with relevant codes (UL508A, NEC) and standards as part of project work.
• Gain exposure to a wide range of projects that will help build engineering, technical, and project coordination skills.
• Expect travel based on specific project needs—typically accompanying senior engineers for initial site visits (1–3 days) and commissioning trips (1–4 weeks).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 0–2 years of experience in control systems, manufacturing, automation, or a related engineering environment (internships and co‑op experience welcome).
• Foundational understanding of automation concepts, instrumentation, and control system components.
• Familiarity with control panel design, network basics, and control system programming is preferred.
• Experience or coursework using AutoCAD is a plus.
• Exposure to electrical engineering construction packages (e.g., single‑line diagrams, panel schedules, wiring diagrams) is beneficial.
• Willingness to perform field surveys of existing control installations and assist with preparing as‑built documentation.
• Interest in learning Rockwell Automation software—including Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 for PLC programming and FactoryTalk View ME/SE for HMI or SCADA development.