Controls Engineer/Technologist 1

Cec-Controls-Company-Inc; Burlington; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CEC is seeking a Controls Engineer/Technologist to execute technical assignments, delivering hardware and software solutions through collaboration with cross-functional teams. The role emphasizes reliability and autonomy in project delivery.

The position supports internal teams, keeps field teams aligned with timelines, and involves occasional customer interactions in a hybrid work environment with some time in automotive plants. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Proficient in PLC programming for standard applications.
• Experience with HMI programming and control interfaces.
• Strong knowledge of VFDs, servo systems, and drive controllers.

Responsibilities

• Executes technical assignments with increasing autonomy, delivering reliable hardware and software solutions.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
• Maintains alignment with project timelines and schedules across internal and field teams.
• Handles customer interactions professionally across routine and high-pressure situations.
• Represents the company and its brands in a professional manner.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Hardware panel design

VFDs & servo systems

Safety practices

MS Office

Job description

The Controls Engineer/Technologist 1 executes technical assignments with increasing autonomy, delivering reliable hardware and software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.

CEC fosters a collaborative, supportive team environment where every voice is valued, and cross-functional teamwork is encouraged. Our culture is built on open communication, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to achieving goals together. We believe in learning from one another, celebrating successes as a team, and supporting each other through challenges.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Demonstrates strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, MS Project)
• Consistently exhibits a reliable work ethic and dependability.
• Capable of developing and supporting hardware panel designs.
• Applies PLC programming skills in standard applications.
• Capable of supporting general HMI programming efforts.
• Maintains working knowledge of VFDs, servo systems, and drive controllers.
• Shows strong awareness of PPE requirements and safety practices.

Additional Skills and Experience:

• Demonstrates individual resourcefulness in completing tasks.
• Capable of supporting internal teams in maintaining project schedules.
• Capable of helping keep field teams aligned with project timelines.
• Handles customer interactions effectively in both routine and high-pressure situations.
• Represents the company and its brands in a professional manner.
• Proficient in adapting to changing work schedules and time demands.
• Communicates effectively with internal departments (e.g., Shop, CAD, Engraving) to support task completion.

Current Hours and Starting Time

• Full Time, 40 hours per week.
• Overtime may be needed.
• Currently Hybrid Work Environment- which includes some time in automotive plants.