Control Engineer
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Control Engineer
Do you enjoy solving technical challenges and working with both programming and electrical/mechanical systems? Our client's Control Engineers design, develop, and commission automation solutions across a wide range of industries while working with cutting-edge technologies. Engineers in this position collaborate closely with clients, manage multiple projects, and contribute to both technical execution and customer relationships. The role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced consulting environment and enjoys learning new technologies while taking ownership of projects from concept through commissioning.
As a well-established engineering consulting firm with over 20 years in business, they are known for delivering innovative automation and custom software solutions for manufacturing, testing, and product development applications. You will gain exposure to a variety of industrial automation systems and technologies, including PLCs, HMI/SCADA platforms, motion control, robotics, and machine vision. You should be comfortable leading or supporting technical teams, mentoring junior engineers, and traveling to customer sites for startup and troubleshooting activities.
Reasons you will be excited to work here:
- Project-based company that fosters ongoing exploration and growth
- Every employee interfaces with customers, allowing you to develop sales, project management, and business development skills.
- Full benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health savings and flex spending accounts, paid parental leave, 401K Matching, competitive salaries, profit sharing, and bonuses.
- They foster an inclusive, collaborative team environment.
- Work with a team of smart professionals.
- Take part in many company-sponsored events and activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and program automation applications using PLC, HMI, and SCADA platforms
- Commission and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems at customer sites
- Support system architecture design and full project lifecycle execution
- Work directly with customers while managing project communication and deliverables
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership
- Continuously learn and apply new automation technologies and best practices
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, or related field (REQUIRED)
- 3–10 years of industrial automation experience
- Highly preferred college GPA 3.4 or higher
- Strong programming background, including object-oriented and text-based programming
- Experience with PLCs, motion control, process control, robotics, machine vision, and SCADA systems
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work directly with customers
- Strong communication and proposal development skills
- Willingness to travel approximately 25–40%
To comply with some state laws, the annual base salary range for this position has been provided. The range given is broad and should be considered as a guideline only. Our client will consider a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, the salaries of current employees in similar roles, and other factors when extending an offer.
$36.06 - $48.08 per hour
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