Controls Engineer: PLC/HMI, Startup & Field Support

Gilder Search Group; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and FSA

Paid Time Off

401k with Employer Match or?"

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Konik is seeking a Controls Engineer in Brooklyn Park, MN, with 3+ years of PLC/HMI programming experience. The role involves Siemens/Allen‑Bradley control systems, development, startup, and field support in a hands‑on engineering environment.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree in Controls or Electrical Engineering Technology (bachelor’s preferred) and demonstrates strong troubleshooting and communication skills, with travel about 25% for startup and support.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of PLC/HMI programming experience.
• Experience with Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley controls; Siemens preferred.
• Associate degree/certificate in Controls or Electrical Engineering Technology; Bachelors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs.
• Support equipment startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Develop control narratives and I/O lists from P&IDs.
• Review customer system specifications and develop project requirements.
• Work with field service teams to provide programming and technical support.
• Assist with customer training and onsite startup activities.
• Manage projects within budgets and timelines.
• Maintain project documentation and meet deadlines.
• Follow safety policies and procedures.

Skills

PLC/HMI programming

Siemens/Allen-Bradley controls

Troubleshooting

Communication

Travel 25%

Education

Associate degree in Controls/Electrical Engineering Technology

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Konik is seeking a Controls Engineer in Brooklyn Park, MN, with 3+ years of PLC/HMI programming experience. The role involves Siemens/Allen‑Bradley control systems, development, startup, and field support in a hands‑on engineering environment.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree in Controls or Electrical Engineering Technology (bachelor’s preferred) and demonstrates strong troubleshooting and communication skills, with travel about 25% for startup and support.