Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer

Madden Industrial Craftsmen is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer for a long-term opportunity with an advanced manufacturing company in Hillsboro, OR. The Controls Engineer will design, fabricate, and install schematics and specifications of electrical and PLC-controlled systems.

Pay: $95k

Controls Engineer Responsibilities:

• Design, evaluate, analyze, and improve automation equipment and processes used in manufacturing to increase the efficiency and reliability of the manufacturing systems and operations.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to prepare electrical schematics and specifications of in-house designed PLC-controlled systems and equipment.
• Propose new automation equipment and coordinate with vendors and purchasing to procure new equipment and perform proof of concept checks, first evaluating existing internal resources and equipment to see if it can be adapted and incorporated into new processes.
• Responsible for the assembly of equipment and machinery by providing guidance to fellow controls engineers and technicians.
• Leads cross-functional project teams tasked with problem-solving and implementation of equipment changes, providing technical support to production area as issues arise and maintaining detailed equipment performance logs.
• Responsible for producing designs for new automation equipment in coordination with project teams, specifying electrical and control equipment requirements including PLCs, sensors, wiring requirements, and other necessary equipment.
• Coordinate the designing and developing electrical instruments, devices, and systems for manufacturing applications.
• Follow company-wide safety programs, 5S initiatives, and ISO procedures.

Controls Engineer Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent applicable education and work experience is required.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and knowledge of NFPA regulations is preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of experience designing and implementing PLC-controlled automation required.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to communicate with all levels of personnel with technical reports and presentations.
• Prioritize workload to consistently meet deadlines and production requirements.

Benefits: $95k/year Bonus Opportunities Direct Hire Medical/Dental/Vision PTO/Paid Holidays 401(K) with Match