Associate Controls Engineer - PLC/HMI, Travel Ready

Columbus McKinnon EMEA; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus McKinnon Corporation is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, modify and support PLCs, HMIs and VFDs for new and existing equipment. The role involves creating detailed drawings, BOMs, and program logic to meet project scope, budget, and schedule.

You will partner with production and engineering teams, perform on-site start-ups, and ensure compliance with safety and electrical codes. A bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in electrical systems or CAD Electrical are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 2+ years’ experience with electrical systems or manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years’ experience working with CAD Electrical.

Responsibilities

• Design and interpret PLC code for customized material handling applications.
• Specify and verify controls requirements on new equipment and retrofits, maintain drawings and documentation.
• Perform PLC programming, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with engineers on project accuracy, standards and documentation.
• Create bills of materials including control enclosure, components and wiring.
• Inspect shop panels for correct wiring and set up; travel to customer sites up to 30%.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

ERP systems

Team player

Attention to detail

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

CAD Electrical

Job description

Columbus McKinnon Corporation is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, modify and support PLCs, HMIs and VFDs for new and existing equipment. The role involves creating detailed drawings, BOMs, and program logic to meet project scope, budget, and schedule.

You will partner with production and engineering teams, perform on-site start-ups, and ensure compliance with safety and electrical codes. A bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in electrical systems or CAD Electrical are required.