Controls Engineer Technician: Machine Startup & Debug

PEKO Precision Products; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Total Rewards

Tuition Reimbursement (IRS Allowable)

401K, Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending & Health Savings

Life, Short and Long-Term Disability

Recognition Awards & Discretionary

Job summary

PEKO Precision Products in Rochester, NY is seeking a Controls Engineer Technician to manage machine control startup, debugging, calibration and verification on newly assembled machinery. The role focuses on testing equipment, evaluating control systems with diagnostic tools, and ensuring proper operation.

Requires an Associate degree or 2+ years as an electrical technician, knowledge of NEC standards, and the ability to read schematics/PLC programs.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent, or at least 2 years experience as electrical technician.
• Knowledge of electrical theory and testing sensors and indicators for proper function.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and annotated PLC programs.
• Manual dexterity and experience with hand tools and small components.

Responsibilities

• Test newly manufactured equipment according to customer test procedures.
• Use measuring/diagnostic devices and software to evaluate control system functionality.
• Perform machine control startup, debugging, calibration, and verification.
• Notify management of recurring equipment issues and operational concerns.
• Assist with other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Skills

Electrical theory

Schematic reading

Hardware maintenance

NEC knowledge

Reading PLC programs

Manual dexterity

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

PEKO Precision Products in Rochester, NY is seeking a Controls Engineer Technician to manage machine control startup, debugging, calibration and verification on newly assembled machinery. The role focuses on testing equipment, evaluating control systems with diagnostic tools, and ensuring proper operation.

Requires an Associate degree or 2+ years as an electrical technician, knowledge of NEC standards, and the ability to read schematics/PLC programs.