Automations and Controls Engineer (Manufacturing)
Hunter Douglas, Inc.
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Job summary
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of experience in electrical/mechanical control systems in a manufacturing environment.
- 1+ years as a controls engineer or equivalent.
- Expert knowledge of IEC61131-3 languages.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams for process requirements.
- Design and develop automation solutions.
- Perform testing of control systems for reliability and accuracy.
Skills
Education
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Job description
Hunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we’ve defined our industry with proprietary products that deliver revolutionary style and functionality and can be found in millions of homes and commercial buildings globally.
We are searching for candidates that are driven, intelligent, creative, and entrepreneurial. By offering challenging and accelerated opportunities for growth, powered by a shared hunger for success, we create a space for your career to thrive. In return for your expertise, we are committed to providing competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages to ensure you feel valued. Our dream is to become the fastest growing, most loved, window covering company in the world. What’s yours?
Responsible for the conception, specification, design, implementation, and maintenance of automated systems and control processes to optimize the efficiency, quality, and performance of operations. This role requires working with multidisciplinary teams to develop, deploy, and document control systems that enhance productivity and automation, reduce scrap, and ensure safe operation of machinery.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand process requirements and objectives.
- Design and develop control systems and automation solutions that align with project goals.
- Prepare project specifications with justification, cost savings/spend, timeline, and resources.
- Manages and/or directs the work of third parties or integrators executing project-related assignments in-house and outside Hunter Douglas. Conduct FAT and SAT validations.
- Write, test, and debug control logic programs using IEC61131-3 standards for PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), PACs (Programmable Automation Controllers), DCS (Distributed Control Systems), MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems.
- Advanced understanding of motion control schemes and safety system integration.
- Experience with programming Cobot (collaborative robots) and machine/operator integration.
- Develop HMI (Human Machine Interface) programs for comprehensive machine interactions (alarms, machine state, recipe selection/edit, user login, and security).
- Implement communication protocols for data exchange between different devices and systems (SAP/PQS MII Manufacturing Integration and Intelligence, MES, SCADA, Remote Access).
- Integrate and develop vision systems for validation and defect mapping/analysis.
- Integrate various control devices, sensors, actuators, and instrumentation with PID controls into a cohesive automation system using various network protocols: ECAT, EPL, EIP, DeviceNet, CANOpen, and Serial.
- Extensive experience with power distribution, electrical panel layout, High/Low voltage panel separation, and field wiring (up to 180VDC and 480VAC).
- Perform thorough testing of control systems to ensure accuracy, reliability, and safety.
- Conduct simulations and real-world testing to validate the system's performance under different operating conditions.
- Identify and resolve highly technical issues and malfunctions in the automation and control systems.
- Provide timely support for Process/Fab Engineers and Maintenance departments.
- Ability to analyze data and system performance for process optimization.
- Create comprehensive documentation, including system design specifications, wiring diagrams & ECRs, programming comments, calibration procedures, flow charts, BOMs, and user manuals.
- Ensure that all control systems adhere to industry standards, regulations, risk assessments, and safety protocols (NEC, OSHA, ANSI B11.19/20, NFPA 70E, SCCR, UL508, EN954-1, and HDMSC standards).
- Implement emergency stop and safe stop systems to performance levels according to risk assessments. Participate in the risk assessment process, including stop time calculations and safe distance calculations for guarding & presence-sensing devices.
- Stay updated with emerging technologies and trends in automation and controls engineering, and balance with the currently used parts' commonality.
- Identify opportunities for process efficiency, cost savings, automation, and safety improvements.
- Provide cross-training to the A&C, process/fab engineering, and maintenance teams.
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering Degree, or equivalent, extensive work experience in place of a degree. Previous work experience (3-5 years) with electrical/mechanical control systems in a manufacturing environment is required.
At least 1+ yrs of work experience in a manufacturing environment as a controls engineer or equivalent.
- Expert knowledge of motion control theory, process control, and instrumentation using various control systems (Omron Sysmac Studio/CX-One, AB, Beckhoff) and the IEC61131-3 languages.
- Solid knowledge of the NEC, ANSI B11, NFPA 70E, UL508, and Hunter Douglas machine building standards. Machine safety architecture.
- Solid knowledge of the principles of AC/DC electrical control circuit design (up to 480VAC), power distribution, distributed control systems, and panel layout.
- Solid knowledge of computer use and software such as Windows, ACAD Electrical, Google Suite, and MS Office.
- Solid knowledge of the principles of shop math.
- Solid knowledge of motor sizing of DC, servo, stepper, and vector motors.
- Solid knowledge of problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Solid knowledge of project management from conception to completion.
- Solid knowledge of the principles of pneumatics and hydraulics.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to work with cross-functional teams, vendors, and clients.
- Skill in working with, and knowledge of, the use of voltmeters, ohmmeters, and ammeters, oscilloscopes, and hand tools such as drills and wiring tools.
- Ability to understand and design electrical schematics and technical drawings.
- Annual base salary range: $75000.00- $101000.00
- Bonus target range: 10%-20%
- A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
- Time off with pay
- 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and product discounts
The deadline to apply for this role is April 20,2026.
Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate’s education, experience, skills and potential.
Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
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