Controls Engineer - Experienced

Koops, Inc; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Competitive wages

401k & ESOP

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life保险

Travel Premium Program

Job summary

Koops, Inc. designs, develops, and debugs control systems for end-of-line packaging equipment across multiple industries. We seek a talented, collaborative engineer who thrives on solving complex problems and delivering high-quality automation solutions.

You will design control systems, program PLCs and HMIs, and develop electrical layouts using CAD tools. Travel ~25% for on-site startup and customer support, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Four-year engineering degree or equivalent applicable work experience.
• Five years of controls engineering experience in automation.
• Willingness to travel approximately 25%.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and debug control systems for end of line packaging equipment.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, robots, and motion control systems.
• Develop electrical layouts and detailed schematics using CAD software.
• Integrate sensors, pneumatics, and vision systems into automation solutions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, project, and build teams.
• Work directly with customers to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
• Support on-site debugging and system startup as needed (travel ~25%).

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Customer communication

Automation controls

Education

Four-year engineering degree

Tools

Electrical CAD

PLCs

HMIs

Robots

Motion control

Pneumatics

Vision systems

CAD tools

Job description

The Controls Engineers at Koops design, develop, and debug control systems for primarily end of line Packaging automation equipment across a wide range of industries. We’re looking for a talented, creative, and self-motivated engineer to join a highly collaborative team where problem-solving, creativity, and a strong team dynamic drive success.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and debug control systems for end of line packagingequipment
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, robots, and motion control systems
• Develop electrical layouts and detailed schematics using CAD software
• Integrate sensors, pneumatics, and vision systems into automation solutions
• Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, project, and build teams
• Work directly with customers to understand requirements and deliver solutions
• Support on-site debugging and system startup as needed (travel ~25%)

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking an engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, values teamwork, and takes pride in delivering high-quality automation solutions. Our ideal candidate has 5-10 years of controls experience in the automation industry. Direct packaging equipment experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with electrical design software, PLCs, HMIs, robots, motion control, pneumatics, and vision systems
• Proven ability to produce electrical layouts and detailed schematics using CAD tools
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
• Excellent communication skills to understand customer needs and coordinate solutions
• Team-oriented mindset
• Professional presence with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction
• High standard of integrity
• Creative problem-solving abilities

Education & Experience

• Four-year engineering degree or equivalent applicable work experience
• At least 5 years of Controls Engineering experience in automation
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 25%

Why Koops?

If you enjoy working as part of an engaged, collaborative team — we’d love to hear from you. In exchange for your expertise and commitment, Koops offers:

• A team that promotes professional and personal growth
• An encouraging, people-first culture
• Employee ownership (ESOP)
• Competitive wages
• Retirement contributions (401k & ESOP)
• Competitive Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Travel Premium Program
• Paid time off
• Wellness incentives
• Cutting-edge technology

At Koops, we aren’t just recruiting employees — we’re looking for fellow owners.