Job Title: Controls Engineer

Job Description

This is a 12-month contract-to-hire Controls Engineering position. The role requires a high-level engineer capable of writing code and creating electrical designs from scratch, as well as leading a small team of Controls Engineers and managing projects with customers. The company is currently transitioning from outsourcing all controls work to bringing it in-house to reduce costs and improve customer experience. They are partnered with a large material handling company and are projected to expand their Controls team significantly in the next year or two.

ResponsibilitiesWrite code from scratch for control systems.Create electrical designs from scratch.Lead and mentor a small team of Controls Engineers.Manage projects and interface with customers.Collaborate with the Mechanical team, including designers, project managers, and shop floor staff.Travel up to 30% of the time to customer sites across North America and Mexico (passport required).Complete expense reports and manage travel-related expenses.Essential SkillsPLC programming from scratch, with proficiency in at least two of the following: AB, Siemens, Omron, Rockwell, Mitsubishi.Electrical design using AutoCAD Electrical.Ability to mentor and lead a team.Strong customer interface skills.Additional Skills & QualificationsRobotics experience, preferably as a certified integrator for Yaskawa and Fanuc.Familiarity with Kawasaki, Omron, and ABB robotics.Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Mechanical Engineering (BSME).Work Environment

The work environment includes a flexible schedule with typical hours from 8 AM to 5 PM or 7 AM to 4 PM, and an average of 5 hours of overtime. Work-from-home availability is provided as needed. The office space is currently being updated, with cubicles and personal space. Travel-related expenses, including per diem, car rentals, flights, and hotels, are covered by the company. Full benefits, including vision and dental, are provided, along with three weeks of vacation for all new hires.

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