Controls Engineer

Laitram LLC

New Orleans (LA)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

37 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO 4 weeks

Holidays 12 days

Gym on campus

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Stem cell treatment

IVF support

Job summary

Laitram Machinery in New Orleans, LA, seeks a Controls Engineer to design, develop, implement, and support industrial control systems for food processing machinery. You will collaborate with a peer engineer across the product line and support systems from design through commissioning and ongoing improvements.

The ideal candidate is technically strong, detail oriented, and comfortable in fast-paced manufacturing and customer environments, delivering high-quality solutions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Instrumentation & Control Systems, Computer Science/Programming, or related field.
4+ years of experience in industrial controls or automation.
Reading electrical schematics, manufacturer drawings, and technical manuals.
Proficiency in configuring and supporting PLCs, HMIs, industrial computers, networks, and VFDs.
Strong communication and teamwork.
Willingness to travel 5–10%, including domestic and occasional international travel.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, implement, and support control systems for food processing machinery.
Collaborate with Purchasing, Suppliers, and Project Managers to deliver high-quality solutions.
Independently write, implement, document, and debug control system software (Schneider PLC/HMI/VFD).
Develop and support machine control systems across the full lifecycle (design to commissioning).
Create clear technical documentation and training materials for internal and external users.
Provide remote and onsite troubleshooting and commissioning support.

Skills

Control systems

PLC/SCADA

HMI

VFDs

Electrical schematics

System integration

Documentation

Travel 5-10%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Instrumentation & Control

Tools

Schneider Electric PLCs

Pro/ENGINEER Creo

SolidWorks

3D CAD

Job description

Laitram Machinery is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, develop, implement, and support industrial control systems for food processing machinery. This Engineer level position works collaboratively with a peer engineer within the same product line and supports systems across the full machine lifecycle, from initial design through commissioning and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate is technically strong, detail oriented, and comfortable working in fast-paced manufacturing and customer environments.

For over 70 years, Laitram Machinery has pioneered the manufacturing of high-performance shrimp-peeling equipment, and more recently, steam cookers, blanchers, nut pasteurizers, roasters, and sorters. All of our products are designed to increase efficiency, improve product quality and yield for processors worldwide. Laitram Machinery is one of four operating divisions of Laitram, L.L.C. and offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to work for an established, yet growing company in the private sector. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our company page.

BENEFITS

Medical/dental/vision insurance, 4 weeks PTO, 12 paid holidays, on campus gym/pharmacy/wellness center, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, stem cell treatment, IVF and many more.

Responsibilities

Work closely with Purchasing, Suppliers, and Project Managers to deliver high quality Laitram Machinery solutions.

Independently write, implement, document, and debug control system software, including integration of field devices such as VFDs, photo-eyes, shaft encoders, solenoids, scales, and related equipment.

Develop and support machine control systems primarily based on Schneider Electric PLC, HMI, and VFD platforms.

Support control systems throughout the full machine lifecycle, including design, build, factory testing, installation, commissioning, and system improvements.

Create clear technical documentation and training materials for internal users (engineers and technicians), customers, and suppliers.

Provide remote and onsite (in plant) troubleshooting control systems to support regional service engineers.

Provide installation and commissioning support, both remotely and onsite, as required.

Collaborate with cross functional teams to continuously improve control system performance, reliability, and standardization.

Comply with all company, customer, and regulatory safety requirements while working in manufacturing and customer environments.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Instrumentation & Control Systems, Computer Science/Programming, or related field

4+ years of experience in industrial controls or automation

Working knowledge of industrial computers, networking, and system integration concepts

Ability to read and understand electrical schematics, manufacturer drawings, and technical manuals

Proficiency in configuring and supporting PLCs, HMIs, industrial computers, networks, and variable frequency drives (VFDs)

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with engineering teams, customers, and suppliers

Self-motivated and self managed, with a continuous learning mindset

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and maintain a high level of attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Power Point

Ability to travel approximately 5–10%, based on project and business needs, including domestic and occasional international travel to customer sites and manufacturing facilities.

Desired Qualifications