Controls Engineer

Management Recruiters of Tallahassee; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 76,500 - 93,500; Full time

Job summary

Management Recruiters of Tallahassee is seeking a Controls Design Engineer based in St. Louis, Missouri. The ideal candidate will lead machine design projects, troubleshoot and debug control systems, and program using C# and C++. A Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 7 years of relevant experience are required. The position offers a competitive salary of $85,000 per year, with generous benefits but no remote work option.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, with 7–10 years preferred for full proficiency.
• Strong problem-solving skills and logical thinking to define issues.
• Project management and leadership skills, with experience guiding peers.
• Ability to interpret written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively.
• Comfortable working individually or collaboratively on complex tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage machine design projects from inception to delivery.
• Troubleshoot and debug PC- or PLC-based devices.
• Program machine computers in C# and C++ for project-specific applications.
• Design and detail control schematics and BOMs for servo systems.
• Assemble and test electrical control panels and wiring for machines.

Skills

Real-time programming in C# and C++

PLC and HMI programming experience

Electrical panel layout and wiring diagram experience

Knowledge of NFPA 79 and CE Machinery Directive

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent

Tools

CRM software

ERP software

CAD/CAM software

2D CAD for wiring diagrams

Job description

Controls Design Engineer

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Controls Design Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will design electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic control systems, utilizing Beckhoff computers to manage servo motors and VFDs. This role combines hands‑on engineering, programming, and project management to deliver high‑quality automation solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage machine design projects from inception to delivery, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.

• Troubleshoot and debug PC- or PLC-based devices, developing protocols as needed.

• Program machine computers in C# and C++ for project-specific applications.

• Design and detail control schematics, BOMs, and specifications for servo systems.

• Design, assemble, and test electrical control panels and wiring for machines and automation systems; provide guidance to others in assembly as needed.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards in the design of electrical systems.

Additional Responsibilities

• Complete basic training to understand company policies, IT systems, honing process applications, and cross‑departmental workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent broad engineering knowledge.

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, with 7–10 years preferred for full proficiency.

• Strong problem‑solving skills and logical thinking to define issues, collect data, and draw conclusions.

• Ability to interpret written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively with team members.

• Project management and leadership skills, with experience guiding peers.

• Comfortable working individually or collaboratively on complex tasks.

Technical Skills

• Real‑time programming in C# and C++

• PLC and HMI programming experience (Beckhoff or Siemens structured text preferred)

• Electrical panel layout and wiring diagram experience

• Knowledge of NFPA 79 and CE Machinery Directive

• Experience with CRM, ERP, CAD/CAM software, and 2D CAD for wiring diagrams

Competitive starting salary as well as generous employee benefits. Relo assistance is available. Remote / Hybrid work is not an option. Client is not willing to sponsor a US work visa.

Compensation

$85,000 per year