Associate Controls Engineer

Your Job

As an Associate Controls Engineer, you will support the development, implementation, and improvement of automation and control systems within our manufacturing environment.

This role is ideal for an early-career engineer looking to build hands-on experience with industrial automation, manufacturing equipment, and controls while working alongside experienced engineers and operations partners.

You will have the opportunity to apply your engineering knowledge to real-world manufacturing challenges, develop your technical capabilities, and take increasing ownership of automation and controls projects.
Our Team

You'll be part of a collaborative engineering and manufacturing team focused on improving automation, equipment reliability, safety, and production efficiency.

The team works closely with operations, maintenance, quality, and engineering partners to solve problems and continuously improve our manufacturing processes.
What You Will Do


* Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and industrial control systems


* Support automation and manufacturing improvement projects from design through implementation


* Troubleshoot electrical, controls, and automation issues on manufacturing equipment


* Participate in equipment installation, commissioning, upgrades, and validation


* Develop and maintain electrical schematics, I/O lists, controls documentation, and standard work


* Work with sensors, actuators, motors, drives, industrial networks, and other automation components


* Analyze equipment performance and downtime data to identify improvement opportunities


* Partner with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and manufacturing performance


* Support continuous improvement initiatives related to automation, safety, quality, and productivity


* Follow applicable safety requirements and engineering standards while working in a manufacturing environment

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related engineering field


* Knowledge of industrial automation, electrical controls, and control system fundamentals


* Experience with PLC programming through coursework, internships, co-ops, projects, or professional experience


* Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation


* Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills


* Ability to work effectively with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams


* Comfortable working hands-on with equipment in a manufacturing environment

What Will Put You Ahead


* Previous internship, co-op, or professional experience in controls engineering, automation, or manufacturing engineering


* Experience programming Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar PLC platforms


* Experience developing or modifying HMI applications


* Familiarity wit...