Controls Engineer - Power Automation & engineering Sep 8, 2026 View job description →

Goshen Engineering Inc.; Mount Olive (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Growth opportunities

Team-oriented work environment

Job summary

Goshen Engineering is seeking a Controls Engineer - Power to design, program, test, troubleshoot, and startup control systems for power-distribution equipment. You will work with engineering, production, quality, customers, and vendors to deliver solutions that meet requirements and standards.

The role involves PLC/Siemens-based programming, electrical testing, and on-site commissioning, plus supporting documentation and training.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related engineering discipline; experience may be substituted for education.
• Five+ years of related controls, automation, electrical, or engineering experience.
• Experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems; Siemens experience is strongly applicable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support control-system solutions for Goshen power-distribution equipment based on customer requirements, engineering principles, approved designs, and applicable standards.
• Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, and other controllers used in power-distribution equipment and related control systems.
• Create, modify, and interpret control schematics and related technical documentation needed to build, test, troubleshoot, and support control systems.
• Perform electrical testing of power-distribution and control equipment, document test results, and identify conditions requiring correction or additional technical review.
• Troubleshoot control circuits, PLC programs, HMIs, and related electrical or equipment issues and implement or support approved corrections.
• Support equipment startup, commissioning, and field implementation activities, including technical troubleshooting at customer sites as assigned.
• Work with engineering, production, quality, and other internal teams to resolve technical issues, incorporate approved changes, and support successful project execution.
• Review project requirements, drawings, bills of material, and other technical information to identify controls-related requirements, changes, or potential issues.
• Maintain accurate engineering, testing, project, and customer documentation and records.
• Provide technical communication and support to customers, vendors, and internal personnel regarding controls functionality, testing, troubleshooting, and implementation.
• Support development and improvement of controls processes, procedures, standards, and technical documentation.
• Support training and knowledge development of less-experienced engineers and technical personnel as assigned.

Skills

PLC programming

Industrial control systems

Electrical schematics

Troubleshooting

Field startup commissioning

Team collaboration

Project management

Learning new software

Education

Associate's degree in Electrical/Controls Engineering

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

#### About the RoleGoshen Engineering is seeking a Controls Engineer - Power to support the development, programming, testing, troubleshooting, and startup of control systems used with our power-distribution equipment. This role works closely with engineering, production, quality, customers, and vendors to deliver controls solutions that meet technical and project requirements and to provide technical support during testing, startup, commissioning, and field implementation.#### What You'll Do* Develop and support control-system solutions for Goshen power-distribution equipment based on customer requirements, engineering principles, approved designs, and applicable standards.* Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, and other controllers used in power-distribution equipment and related control systems.* Create, modify, and interpret control schematics and related technical documentation needed to build, test, troubleshoot, and support control systems.* Perform electrical testing of power-distribution and control equipment, document test results, and identify conditions requiring correction or additional technical review.* Troubleshoot control circuits, PLC programs, HMIs, and related electrical or equipment issues and implement or support approved corrections.* Support equipment startup, commissioning, and field implementation activities, including technical troubleshooting at customer sites as assigned.* Work with engineering, production, quality, and other internal teams to resolve technical issues, incorporate approved changes, and support successful project execution.* Review project requirements, drawings, bills of material, and other technical information to identify controls-related requirements, changes, or potential issues.* Maintain accurate engineering, testing, project, and customer documentation and records.* Provide technical communication and support to customers, vendors, and internal personnel regarding controls functionality, testing, troubleshooting, and implementation.* Support development and improvement of controls processes, procedures, standards, and technical documentation.* Support training and knowledge development of less-experienced engineers and technical personnel as assigned.#### What You'll BringRequired* Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related engineering discipline; experience may be substituted for education.* Five or more years of related controls, automation, electrical, or engineering experience.* Experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems; Siemens experience is strongly applicable to the role.* Ability to read and create electrical schematics and control-system documentation.* Experience with electrical testing, troubleshooting, and startup or commissioning of industrial equipment or power-distribution systems.* Knowledge of PLCs, industrial control systems, electrical control circuits, power-distribution equipment, control logic, testing methods, and technical documentation.* Ability to interpret customer requirements and translate them into practical controls and testing solutions.* Ability to learn new software, control platforms, and technical topics quickly; maintain accurate records; and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.* Ability to communicate technical information clearly with customers, vendors, engineers, production employees, and other internal personnel.* Ability to work independently and in team environments while managing multiple projects and responsibilities.* Ability to travel to customer sites as required for project support; additional hours and weekend work may be required based on project, customer, or business needs.* Regular on-site physical presence is required; ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds, and safely use computers, office equipment, tools, machinery, testing equipment, and measuring devices required for assigned duties.Preferred* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.* Siemens TIA Portal experience.* Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or similar electrical schematic software.* Experience with safety control systems, SCADA/HMI systems, VFDs, servo systems, or related industrial automation technologies.#### About Goshen EngineeringGoshen Engineering provides innovative custom engineered to order solutions in industrial automation and power distribution. We are a rapidly growing manufacturing and engineering company in Eastern North Carolina.Our automation division specializes in custom industrial automation, system integration services, turn-key robotic systems, control system upgrades, and on-site automation services.Our electrical power distribution division services include custom engineering of UL891 switchboards, integrated power skids, string inverter racks, EV charging solutions, custom bus duct and trough, and other fully integrated solutions for data centers, utility scale solar power, battery energy storage, electric vehicle charging, and industrial power distribution.Joining our team means embracing the opportunity to tackle a variety of complex challenges across multiple disciplines. Our work culture thrives on a spirit of teamwork, innovation, ambition, and drive while offering a unique flexibility and a family-oriented atmosphere of a small privately held company.We are looking for individuals who are looking for more than just a routine 8-5 job. If you are determined, ambitious, proactive in developing your skill, take pride in your work, work well with a team, value hard work, and are ready to commit to your professional growth and our company's success, then this is the place for you.#### Why Goshen Engineering?At Goshen Engineering, you'll join a growing company where your work matters. We believe in working together, supporting one another, and giving employees the opportunity to learn, contribute, and grow. You'll have the chance to make a real impact while helping shape the future of our company.We offer:* Competitive compensation* Comprehensive benefits package* Paid time off and holidays* Professional development opportunities* A collaborative, team-oriented work environment* Opportunities for growth as the Company continues to expand#### Ready to Join Our Team?If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful contribution to a company that's committed to quality, innovation, and its people, we'd love to hear from you.