Controls Engineer

4 days ago
Company Goodwin Recruiting
Employment Type Full-time
Posted on May 23, 2026
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Job Description

We are searching for a hands-on Controls Engineer for a growing company in the machine and equipment manufacturing sector. The candidate will be a detail-oriented individual with at least 5 years of experience in PLC and HMI programming and project supervision.


Controls Engineer Compensation & Benefits:

  • Base salary of $110-130K, based on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • 401K w/match
  • PTO
  • Profit-sharing potential

Controls Engineer Responsibilities:

  • Prepare, lead, and coordinate project objectives and monitor project status, and report progress.
  • Create electrical schematics, PLC logic, and enclosure designs, while staying on budget and timeline.
  • Estimate engineering hours, create BOM, create checklists, and be responsible for machine manuals.
  • Inspect teamwork and approve quality assurance and customer compliance, and obtain the Engineering Manager's signoff/approval.
  • Contribute to process improvement and provide manufacturing assembly support.

Controls Engineer Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar with experience
  • 6+ years of PLC programming (Omron, AB, Siemens), HMI programming (Indusoft)
  • Robotic programming knowledge (ABB, Fanuc)
  • Understand electrical codes and design, along with equipment using hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical practices.
  • Proficient in CAD or SolidWorks, Microsoft Office applications, ERP (Epicor preferred)
  • Business-minded, flexible thought process, problem-solver, and able to seek guidance when needed