Controls Engineer - Experienced in Greenville

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Greenville (SC)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k & ESOP

Paid time off

Wellness incentives

Travel premium program

Cutting-edge technology

Job summary

Koops is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to design, develop, and debug control systems for end-of-line packaging equipment. You will program PLCs, HMIs, robots, and motion controllers, and create electrical layouts with CAD tools.

You will collaborate with mechanical and project teams, translate customer requirements into robust automation solutions, and participate in on-site startup with travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

Requires a four-year engineering degree or equivalent.
At least 5 years of Controls Engineering experience in automation.
Willingness to travel approximately 25%
Experience with PLCs, HMIs, robots, motion control, pneumatics, and vision systems
Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills

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

PLC programming

HMI design

Robotics

Motion control

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Electrical design software

Vision systems

Job description

Job DescriptionJob 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 .

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: