Controls Engineer

Minco Products, Inc; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee-managed Time-Off

Job summary

Minco Products, Inc is looking for a skilled Controls Engineer to design and optimize control systems for manufacturing processes in Fridley, Minnesota. Responsibilities include developing automation solutions and troubleshooting control system issues to ensure operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical or Control Systems Engineering, with at least 3 years of relevant experience and strong skills in PLC programming and SCADA systems.

Minco offers competitive healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in control system design, automation, and implementation.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills in control systems and automation.
• Familiarity with safety standards and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize control systems to automate manufacturing processes.
• Develop and program PLCs and HMIs for production system integration.
• Troubleshoot control system issues to minimize disruptions.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI design

SCADA systems

SQL

C/C++

industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus)

troubleshooting

analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical, Control Systems, or related engineering field

Job description

Overview

Minco is a global provider of thermal solutions, temperature sensing and control solutions, and flex circuit solutions for medical, aerospace, defense, oil and gas, power generation, and other high‑reliability applications. Our experienced team couples advanced product technologies, expert design and engineering services, and a deep understanding of our customers’ applications to provide comprehensive solutions that meet exacting requirements for quality, reliability, and performance.

Position Summary

Minco is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to design, develop, and optimize control systems for our manufacturing processes. This role focuses on motion control, test and data acquisition, SCADA, and safety of automated equipment while contributing to continuous process improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize control systems to automate manufacturing processes, ensuring operational efficiency and minimal downtime.
• Develop and program PLCs, HMIs, and other automation hardware for seamless integration into production systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues, minimizing disruptions to production.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including production and quality departments, to improve process control and system performance.
• Provide technical support for new equipment installations and upgrades, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for control systems, including diagrams, configurations, and troubleshooting guides.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in automation technologies and recommend improvements to existing systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical, Control Systems, or related engineering field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in control system design, automation, and implementation, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient with PLC programming, HMI design, Ignition Inductive Automation / SCADA systems, SQL, C/C+, and industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus). LabVIEW proficiency is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills in control systems, instrumentation, and automation.
• Familiarity with safety standards and compliance regulations (e.g., NFPA 70E, OSHA).

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits eligible on the first of the month following the hire date.
• 401(k) with employer match after 61 days of full‑time employment.
• Short‑Term Disability Insurance, Long‑Term Disability Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee‑managed Time‑Off.

Environment

Office, engineering, and production floor settings with the possibility of some travel.

Location

Fridley, Minnesota

Equal Opportunity and Compliance

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, or disability status.

We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks.

Minco Products, Inc. is an E‑Verify employer.

This position requires the use of information or access to hardware and software that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons, as defined by ITAR (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee).