Controls Engineer

Wigen Water Technologies® has been a leader in custom water treatment systems since 1965, combining innovative U.S.-patented technologies with hands‑on engineering and manufacturing expertise. Serving industries from municipal to ultrapure, our solutions make a real impact on communities and the environment. Backed by the global resources of Metawater but driven by a collaborative, people‑first culture, Wigen is the perfect place for professionals who want to grow their careers while shaping the future of water. Job Title: Controls Engineer Supervisor: Electrical Manager FLSA Status: Exempt Summary The Controls Engineer works with the Automation Engineering department to automate/troubleshoot water process technologies such as: reverse osmosis (RO), demineralization (DI), ultraviolet (UV), water softeners, ion exchange, pressure filters, chemicals, ultrafiltration (UF), nanofiltration (NF), etc. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs automation and control systems design, specification, simulation and start-up assistance. Attends project meetings as required by project and department. Implements specialized techniques and approaches to handle automation projects. Develops customized programs specific to customer needs and requirements. Programs and tests various pieces of automated machinery. Upgrades the design of existing devices by adding automation elements. Provides automation support to departments throughout the organization. Maintains confidential operational system information. Offers suggestions to improve equipment or department performance. Travels on average 25-30% to customer locations to assist with system programming and for training purposes. Other tasks, duties and projects as assigned by management. Continuous improvement in testing processes. May assist with the creation of bills of material (BOM’s). May assist in reviewing customer/contractor’s bids and specifications. Ability to be trained to assist with electrical drawings and control panel layouts. Qualifications Associate's degree or higher in industrial automation or a similar field. Five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required programming skills (Rockwell Software Studio 5000, RSLogix 500, FactoryTalk View ME, FactoryTalk View SE, RSLinx) Ability to upload and download PLC and HMI programs. Ability to troubleshoot ladder logic PLC programs. Ability to read and comprehend technical drawings. AutoCAD experience is preferred, but not required. Careful attention to detail, with strong commitment to accuracy and quality. Well organized and conducts self professionally. Physical Demands Regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. Frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wigen Water Technologies