Controls Engineer: PLCs, Automation & Field Projects

Seifert Engineering; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Seifert Engineering is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to oversee design and implementation of control systems for hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, and safety systems. You will lead project management of large capital projects, support existing systems, and prepare engineering specifications.

The role requires safety focus and collaboration with technicians and other engineers. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Electrical/Controls engineering and 2+ years of PLC/HMI experience, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Controls engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of controls engineering experience, with PLCs and HMIs.
• Familiarity with NEC/NFPA 70E and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Design and support PLC/HMI-based control systems.
• Develop electrical control schematics and BOMs.
• Manage field engineering, commissioning, and system handover.
• Collaborate with vendors to optimize control system designs.
• Provide training and guidance to technicians.

Skills

Controls engineering

Electrical schematics

Problem solving

Independent worker

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Controls Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Allen-Bradley PLCs

HMIs

Job description

Seifert Engineering is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to oversee design and implementation of control systems for hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, and safety systems. You will lead project management of large capital projects, support existing systems, and prepare engineering specifications.

The role requires safety focus and collaboration with technicians and other engineers. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Electrical/Controls engineering and 2+ years of PLC/HMI experience, with