Control Engineer

Katalyst CRO; Benson (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst CRO is seeking a Control Engineer to troubleshoot real-time control system issues and implement permanent solutions. The role supports automated assembly systems, process control software, machine vision inspection, and PLC/HMI integration, with emphasis on Proplanner, Pivotware, and Detect-It Vision systems.

The ideal candidate will design, validate, and optimize PLC logic, HMI screens, and vision algorithms, ensuring robust operation across EtherNet/IP and Profinet networks in a

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with real-time control systems.
• Proficiency in PLC/HMI integration.
• Experience with factory automation projects.
• Knowledge of vision inspection systems.

Responsibilities

• Author, configure, and deploy Pivotware process control modules to guide operators through complex assembly steps.
• Integrate DC electric torque tools, scanners, and pick-to-light systems with the Pivotware platform.
• Use Proplanner to manage Manufacturing Bills of Materials (MBOMs), routing, and time studies, ensuring accurate data flow to the shop floor.
• Design and integrate Detect-It AI vision inspection systems for part presence, orientation, and defect detection.
• Specify, position, and calibrate industrial cameras, lenses, and lighting systems.
• Program and validate vision algorithms to reduce defects escaping detection and minimize false-reject rates.
• Develop and modify PLC logic using Rockwell Automation or Siemens platforms.
• Design and update HMI screens to coordinate with assembly software.
• Review electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and network architectures, including EtherNet/IP and Profinet.
• Lead installation, debugging, and buy-off of automated assembly cells.

Skills

Proplanner

Pivotware

Detect-It Vision Inspection

PLC Programming

HMI Development

Industrial Automation and Controls

Machine Vision Systems

Rockwell Automation / Siemens PLCs

EtherNet/IP and Profinet

Automated Assembly Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a Control Engineer to troubleshoot and resolve control system issues in real time and implement permanent solutions. The candidate will support automated assembly systems, process control software, machine vision inspection, and PLC/HMI integration. Please prioritize candidates with hands-on experience in Proplanner, Pivotware, and Detect-It vision inspection systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Author, configure, and deploy Pivotware process control modules to guide operators through complex assembly steps.
• Integrate DC electric torque tools, scanners, and pick-to-light systems with the Pivotware platform.
• Use Proplanner to manage Manufacturing Bills of Materials (MBOMs), routing, and time studies, ensuring accurate data flow to the shop floor.
• Design and integrate Detect-It AI vision inspection systems for part presence, orientation, and defect detection.
• Specify, position, and calibrate industrial cameras, lenses, and lighting systems.
• Program and validate vision algorithms to reduce defects escaping detection and minimize false-reject rates.
• Develop and modify PLC logic using Rockwell Automation or Siemens platforms.
• Design and update HMI screens to coordinate with assembly software.
• Review electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and network architectures, including EtherNet/IP and Profinet.
• Lead installation, debugging, and buy-off of automated assembly cells.

Required Skills

• Proplanner
• Pivotware
• Detect-It Vision Inspection
• PLC Programming
• HMI Development
• Industrial Automation and Controls
• Machine Vision Systems
• Rockwell Automation / Siemens PLCs
• EtherNet/IP and Profinet
• Automated Assembly Systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology.