Controls Engineer - R & D Laboratory

Bradford White; Middleville (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradford White is seeking a Controls Engineer for their R&D Laboratory in Middleville, MI. This role focuses on laboratory data acquisition systems, requiring strong skills in LabVIEW and Python programming to troubleshoot and enhance test performance.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, preferably in Electrical Engineering, along with 2-5 years of relevant experience. Join our innovative team dedicated to delivering high-quality products built to last.

Qualifications

• Proficient in automation programming tools and hardware.
• Experience with LabVIEW, Ignition, and Python.
• 2-5 years’ experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for laboratory data acquisition system and related apparatus.
• Troubleshoot test equipment and resolve data collection issues.
• Maintain data acquisition systems and implement test standard changes.

Skills

LabVIEW programming

Python programming

Data analysis

Troubleshooting test equipment

Electrical design principles

Industrial automation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

National Instruments

Ignition

Job description

Throughout a history dating back to 1881, Bradford White Corporation has been manufacturing some of the most high-performing, technologically advanced, and energy-saving products to the world market. While many manufacturers continue to move production out of the country, we continue to invest in America.

We are proud to have millions of products installed for millions of satisfied customers all over the world. Our essential products continue to support the health, safety, sanitation, and infrastructure of communities and for 2024 we’ve been recognized as an Energy Star Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence Award Winner for the fourth straight year.

For the Bradford White family of companies, customer satisfaction is our greatest reward, and we remain steadfast in our commitment to deliver products that are Built to be the Best®. Today, we employ more than 1900 employees with headquarters in suburban Philadelphia and manufacturing operations in Middleville and Niles, Michigan, Rochester, New Hampshire, Uxbridge, Massachusetts, and Monticello, Minnesota.

Primary Function

The Controls Engineer - R&D Laboratory is responsible for the Research and Development Laboratory data acquisition system and related test apparatus. Routine activities include LabVIEW programming, troubleshooting test equipment, resolving data collection/reporting issues, data acquisition system maintenance, and implementing test standard changes. This role works closely with laboratory staff and product engineering teams to improve test performance, reduce downtime, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Use metrics and data analysis to evaluate, monitor, and improve test station controls, data collection systems, and overall equipment performance.
• Develop and maintain data collection, programming, and HMI standards, including program storage, backup systems, and controls documentation.
• Create and support executable programs using LabVIEW and Python.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve test equipment, hardware performance, and equipment failures.
• Recommend and implement instrumentation and equipment improvements to enhance accuracy, performance, maintainability, and reliability.
• Ensure the technical accuracy of electrical drawings, schematics, test sequence programs, and data computations, with strong attention to detail.
• Apply a strong understanding of electrical design principles, CAD, NEC, and relevant industry standards to electrical systems ranging from 24V to 1,000V, including 480V applications.
• Demonstrated experience with industrial automation, control systems, statistical techniques, and electrical
• A self-starter who can recognize improvement opportunities, define project scope, and drive to completion independently.
• Adapt to shifting priorities as new issues arise and communicate the impact effectively to larger audiences.
• Strong ownership mentality and customer focus to ensure testing instrumentation is available for use when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field, Bachelors in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• Proficient with automation programming tools and hardware, National Instruments preferred.
• Experience with LabVIEW, Ignition, and Python; experience in relatable programming languages will be considered.
• 2-5 years’ experience in a fast paced, customer-focused environment.