Controls & Automation Engineer

valmont; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Valmont is looking for a Controls & Automation Engineer to design, program, and support industrial automation systems in Valley, NE. This role includes responsibilities for designing control systems, troubleshooting, and supporting manufacturing automation projects.

Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering, experience with PLC programming, and a strong problem-solving ability. Valmont offers significant benefits, including healthcare and tuition reimbursement, in a company known

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of controls engineering experience in industrial automation.
• Proficiency with PLC programming and HMI/SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of machine safety standards and automation best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, troubleshoot and commission control and automation systems.
• Support capital projects with automated manufacturing equipment.
• Develop controls documentation and electrical schematics.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering teams.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA systems

Robotics

Motion control

Industrial networking

AutoCAD Electrical

Problem-solving

Project execution

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

15000 Valmont Plaza Omaha Nebraska 68154

Why Valmont

We're Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today . We are the modern workforce . Are you ready to move the world forward?

Location: Valley, NE Campus (onsite)

A Brief Summary of This Position

The Controls & Automation Engineer designs, programs, and supports industrial automation systems used in advanced manufacturing operations. This role supports automation and capital projects from concept through commissioning, including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, motion control, vision systems, and industrial networking. Working closely with manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering teams, the engineer drives equipment reliability, safety, productivity, and continuous improvement while contributing to the company's automation and Industry 4.0 initiatives. This position requires strong technical problem‑solving skills, cross‑functional collaboration, and up to 25% travel to support projects across manufacturing locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, troubleshoot, and commission PLC, HMI, SCADA, robotics, motion control, and industrial networking systems.
• Support capital projects involving automated manufacturing equipment, robotic welding, material handling, and fabrication systems.
• Develop controls documentation, electrical schematics, and engineering standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Support machine safety, risk assessments, and compliance with applicable industry standards.
• Partner with manufacturing, maintenance, suppliers, and system integrators to deliver automation solutions.
• Support Industry 4.0 initiatives, data collection, connectivity, and process optimization.
• Contribute to technology roadmaps, standardization efforts, and strategic automation initiatives across the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 3-5 years of controls engineering experience in industrial automation.
• Experience with PLC programming, HMI/SCADA systems, robotics, motion control, and industrial networks.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical or similar electrical design software.
• Knowledge of machine safety standards and automation best practices.
• Experience troubleshooting and supporting manufacturing equipment.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies, data integration, and manufacturing systems.
• Experience in steel fabrication, welding, cutting, forming, assembly, or heavy manufacturing environments.
• Strong communication, project execution, and problem‑solving skills.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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