Controls Field Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

At Twin Disc, we power innovation. As a global leader in power transmission technology, we continuously evolve our brand and products to meet the demands of customers worldwide. Our success is driven by talented individuals working in a flexible, outcome-focused environment that supports a distributed global workforce.

Twin Disc is seeking a Controls Field Engineer to join our team in Mount Pleasant, WI. This role blends hands-on fieldwork with engineering development , requiring both technical expertise and customer-facing skills.

You will configure and develop application-specific control systems—primarily at customer sites—while also supporting design, testing, and ongoing improvement of control systems for existing products.

• Configure, troubleshoot, and support control systems across electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic applications
• Develop and maintain technical documentation , including design specifications and test plans
• Evaluate hardware and software deviation requests and recommend design improvements
• Draft product modifications and create Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Perform root cause analysis and participate in continuous product improvement initiatives
• Support Production and Product Service teams with technical expertise
• Test software and hardware systems and produce detailed test reports
• Assist in introducing new technologies into products
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through ongoing training and industry engagement

• Bachelor’s degree in:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Software Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
    (or equivalent experience — 10+ years in a related field)
• Experience with embedded systems and programming languages (C, C#, VB.NET)
• Working knowledge of mechanical and hydraulic systems
• Familiarity with:
  • Data acquisition equipment
  • CAN communications (SAE J1939)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with editors, compilers, revision control tools, and PLM/PDM systems
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
• Valid passport and willingness to travel frequently

• Ability to coordinate cross-functional engineering efforts
• Strong troubleshooting across hardware and software systems
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Experience working in customer-facing or field engineering roles

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on innovative, high‑impact engineering projects in a collaborative environment.
• Commitment to professional development through training, mentorship, and industry engagement.
• A culture that values integrity, teamwork, and engineering excellence.

Twin Disc is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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