Controls Engineer

TruNorth Automation; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TruNorth Automation is seeking an entry-level engineer who balances hands-on hardware assembly with software development to support sophisticated automation systems in life science and medical device applications.

You will join a driven team with decades of experience, gaining exposure to control systems, motion, electrical design, and machine vision while contributing from day one and pursuing leadership opportunities as the company grows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or computer engineering with GPA >= 3.4
• Practical internship/co-op or team experience with control systems
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in software development, motion control, electrical design, machine vision and/or robotics is a plus
• Travel by air or car up to ~10%
• US citizen or authorization to work permanently in the United States

Skills

Detail oriented

Interpersonal communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Leadership potential

Learner mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical/computer engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

TruNorth Automation is looking to increase growth in its engineering department. Ideal candidate demonstrates a strong balance between hands‑on practical experience and aptitude for software development and machine debug of custom automation machines primarily in the life science and med device industry. You are joining a driven, and ambitious team with decades of experience in delivering sophisticated automation equipment.

You Will Succeed if You:

• Are self-driven and energetic with a learner mindset motivated to meaningfully contribute from day one, and be part of building the company's experience and culture
• Have strong attention to detail and want to balance programming skills with hands‑on robotic assembly and automation
• Desire to be a part of a growing company and learn all aspects necessary to successfully complete sophisticated automation projects
• Seek out leadership roles within teams, assignments, and other opportunities within the Company

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or computer engineering or related field with minimum GPA of 3.4
• Practical experience within an internship, co-op, or team related to control systems
• Hold effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Competent in MS Office: excel, word, power point
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Experience with software development, motion control, electrical design, machine vision, and/or robotics a plus
• Able to travel by air or car (estimated 10% max.)
• US citizen or authorization to work permanently for any Employer in the United States