Controls Engineer

Mikron; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holiday and parental leave

Medical insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Life insurance

401k matching

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Mikron Automation in Englewood, CO seeks a Controls Engineer to design and integrate automation components for life sciences, automotive, and consumer goods sectors. You will support testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes independent work, adherence to engineering standards, and mentoring junior engineers across project phases from design to post-installation service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3+ years of professional experience in automation and controls preferred.
• Proficient in Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI programming.
• Proficient with electrical hardware and schematics for industrial machinery.
• Familiar with NFPA 79, UL 508A, NEC.

Responsibilities

• Independently design and integrate automation components, systems, or software.
• Execute and support system testing, troubleshooting, and debug activities.
• Provide technical input in internal and customer-facing meetings.
• Create, maintain, and review engineering documentation (drawings, BOMs).
• Ensure safety standards and project requirements are met.

Skills

Design

Testing

Customer input

Documentation

Safety adherence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

3+ years automation experience

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

HMI programming

Electrical schematics

VFD tuning

Industrial networks (Ethernet/IP)

Job description

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The Controls Engineer role at Mikron Automation is ideal for professionals with foundational experience in automation and mechanical design. You’ll contribute independently to the development of scalable, high-performance automation platforms, supporting life-saving pharmaceutical and medical technologies, as well as automotive and consumer goods industries.

Requirements

DUTIES:

• Product Knowledge – Apply working knowledge of Mikron products, platforms, and engineering standards to support design and development.
• Design - Independently design and integrate automation components, systems, or software.
• Fine-Tune & Testing – Execute and support system testing, troubleshooting, and debug activities with increasing independence during development, build, and commissioning phases. Identify root causes of issues and propose solutions.
• Customer & Project Interaction – Participate actively in internal and customer-facing meetings, providing technical input and supporting project execution.
• Tools & Systems - Proficiently use engineering tools and systems (e.g., CAD, PDM, PLC/HMI software, vision platforms) to support design and documentation.
• Documentation & Standards – Create, maintain, and review engineering documentation (e.g., drawings, BOMs, specifications) in accordance with project and company standards.
• Compliance & Safety - Ensure adherence to safety protocols and engineering standards.
• Support & Flexibility - Provide support across project phases including design, build, validation, installation, and post-installation service. Mentor junior engineers. Perform additional duties as assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Driving Excellence: Collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams, continuously developing your skills through training and feedback. Take initiative, embrace challenges, and contribute to a culture of empowerment and transparent communication.
• Upholding Responsibility: Act with integrity and professionalism, honoring commitments and making decisions aligned with company values and objectives. Serve as a role model in behavior and accountability, fostering trust and respect among colleagues, customers, and partners.
• Fostering Engagement: Build strong, long-term relationships with customers by understanding their needs and delivering innovative, competitive solutions. Maintain a proactive and confident approach, ensuring promises are realistic and achievable.
• Ensuring Quality: Deliver precise, timely, and environmentally responsible results. Continuously seek improvements in products, processes, and personal competencies, adapting swiftly to new requirements and challenges.
• Protecting Confidentiality: Handle sensitive information with care and discretion. Adhere to data protection protocols and cybersecurity best practices to safeguard customer and company intellectual property.
• Achieving Success: Align personal goals with company objectives, contributing to measurable outcomes and long-term stability. Monitor progress regularly, communicate effectively within teams, and take timely action to address deviations from targets.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3+ years of professional experience in automation and controls preferred.

Technical Qualifications:

• Proficient in Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI programming and best practices.
• Proficient with industrial control systems and architectures.
• Proficient with electrical hardware and schematics for industrial machinery.
• Proficient with setup and basic troubleshooting of local and remote I/O.
• Proficient in servo and VFD configuration and tuning.
• Proficient with integration of third-party equipment.
• Proficient with industrial networking protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP).
• Proficient in applying electrical standards (NFPA 79, UL 508A, NEC).
• Familiar with object-oriented programming (e.g., C#) and scripting tools.

Employment Qualifications:

• Must be eligible to work in the United States, have a valid state driver license and be eligible to obtain a passport for international travel
• Ability to fluently speak, read and write in English.
• Must be able to travel or work flexible hours as required for project deliverables.
• Mikron Corporation Denver is a drug free working environment.
• Must be able to work on-site at least three days per week at Mikron Automation’s facility. Remote work may be permitted for up to two days per week, subject to project requirements and team alignment.

Company Offered Benefits:

• PTO
• 10 paid holidays (1-2 floating holidays depending on start date)
• Parental Leave
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & ADD
• FSA, HAS
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with matching up to 5%, immediately vested
• Tuition and Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Professional Growth Opportunities

Work Environment

• Exposure to noise, vibration, temperature extremes, and clean room conditions.
• Potential hazards include mechanical, electrical, chemical, laser light, and sharps.

*This job will close on 07/24/2026 all applications will be accepted through 07/24/2026*