Controls Engineer

Princeton, MN | Contract to Hire | $85k - $110K

We are seeking a Controls Engineer with at least 5 years of experience in designing and programming control systems for automated equipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing projects from concept through to installation.

Responsibilities:

• Specify components and document control systems for various automated equipment.
• Perform electrical and pneumatic design, PLC programming, machine debugging, and certification for customer run-off.
• The Controls Engineer will design and program equipment according to the company and customer specifications using standard procedures.
• Develop safety circuit designs and programming using safety PLCs.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement appropriate safety devices.
• Ensure designs are UL 508 certified.
• Travel approximately 25% of the time, primarily domestically, with potential for international travel.

Requirements:

• Associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; and 1-3 years of related experience or Bachelor of Science in Engineering with 1+ years related experience
• The controls engineer should have proficiency with PLCs, HMIs, robotics, AutoCAD, motion control, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Studio 5000, RSLogix 500, FactoryTalk View, and other relevant Allen-Bradley software.

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