Automation Controls Engineer - Travel, PLCs & Robotics

Forwardtech

Minnesota

On-site

USD 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with company match

Paid holidays

PTO

Disability insurance

Flexible benefit plan

Job summary

Forwardtech is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program, and commission automation systems in collaboration with the production teams. You will troubleshoot and prototype, support with lab work, and ensure projects stay on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of controls engineering experience and hands-on skills with Rockwell software and AutoCAD Electrical; familiarity with NEC, UL508A, NFPA is expected, plus strong communication and a proactive mindset.

Qualifications

2+ years of controls engineering experience.
Knowledge of NEC, UL508A, NFPA codes.
Experience with equipment specifications and cost-effective solutions.

Responsibilities

Program and troubleshoot automated equipment using Rockwell software.
Develop control panel and control system schematics using safety circuits, PLCs, VFDs, servo drives, robotics, HMIs, designed in AutoCAD Electrical.
Create and maintain BOMs and engineering changes; review specs and standards.
Control system upgrades and integration of new/existing equipment.
Ensure work complies with codes and documentation; participate in continuous improvement.
Collaborate with vendors and Forward Tech team to maintain schedules and budgets.
Provide assistance to manufacturing, assembly, customer service, and sales throughout a project.