Controls Engineer: PLC/HMI Expert with Field Startup

Seifert Engineering, Inc; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Seifert Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Controls Engineer to support upgrades and automation projects across water/wastewater and industrial machinery. You will develop electrical schematics, specify components, and program PLC/HMI systems, primarily for Allen-Bradley controls.

The role blends engineering, programming, and customer support with field startup activities. Local travel to customer sites is expected, with occasional longer field days and mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent hands-on controls experience will be considered.
• Experience with PLCs and HMIs is required.
• Familiarity with NEC/NFPA 70E and UL 508A is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update electrical schematics, panel layouts, I/O lists, and controls documentation.
• Specify sensors, instrumentation, motors, and drive components (VFDs).
• Write and test PLC and HMI programs for Allen-Bradley controls.
• Support SCADA deployments and safety devices integration.
• Assist with field commissioning and equipment startup.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Allen-Bradley PLC/HMI

VFDs & sensors

Troubleshooting

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Seifert Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Controls Engineer to support upgrades and automation projects across water/wastewater and industrial machinery. You will develop electrical schematics, specify components, and program PLC/HMI systems, primarily for Allen-Bradley controls.

The role blends engineering, programming, and customer support with field startup activities. Local travel to customer sites is expected, with occasional longer field days and mileage reimbursement.