LPS Controls Engineer

FORTNA; United States; On-site; USD 76,100 - 114,200; Full time

Job summary

FORTNA seeks a Controls Engineer in the United States to commission controls for conveyor and sortation systems. This role entails writing and implementing machine code, integrating subsystems, and conducting on-site commissioning. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 2–4 years of experience in an industrial controls setting. Preferred skills include PLC and HMI programming, with a focus on Rockwell Software and Factory Talk View. The position requires about 40–50% travel to various sites. Salary ranges from $76,100 to $114,200 annually.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in an industrial controls environment.
• Experience with PLC programming (Rockwell Software preferred).
• Experience with HMI programming (Factory Talk View preferred).
• Understanding of VFDs and induction motors.
• Ability to manage and execute basic system implementations.

Responsibilities

• Commission controls for conveyor and sortation systems.
• Implement PLC and HMI programs under supervision.
• Review electrical designs and provide accurate drawings.
• Commission complex automated systems and provide support.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Industrial communication networks

Low voltage electrical design

Microsoft 365 Office Apps

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Controls Engineer

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for commissioning of controls for conveyor and sortation systems. This position focuses on implementing site‑based controls for new equipment within new or existing customer systems. The role works with other members of the Controls group to ensure drawings and software are completed, installed, commissioned, and documented as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Write and implement machine code, integrate subsystems, and assist in all on‑site commissioning efforts.
• Utilize Human Machine Interface (HMI) using commercially available products such as Wonderware, RSView, Factory Talk View, and Ignition.
• Implement PLC and HMI programs to satisfy current design and customer specifications under the supervision of senior controls engineers.
• Work with FORTNA employees, customer representatives, and third‑party vendors to ensure all aspects of a project are considered during both the design and commissioning phases.
• Review electrical designs and provide accurate as‑built drawings for approval.
• Commission complex automated systems and provide site engineering support, completing system acceptance testing.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 2–4 years of experience within an industrial controls environment, including:
• PLC programming (Rockwell Software preferred, Siemens software a plus).
• HMI programming (Factory Talk View preferred, Ignition a plus).
• Input and output device design and implementation.
• Industrial communication networks (EtherNet/IP, Devicenet, Profinet, etc.).
• Low voltage electrical design and drawing creation.
• Equivalent work experience will also be considered as a substitute for education.
• Experience with VFDs preferred, networked a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 Office Apps.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Must be self‑motivated, self‑aware, detail‑oriented, and results‑focused.
• Understanding of VFDs, induction motors, programmable logic controllers, and industrial networks.
• Ability to manage and execute basic system implementations, enhancements, and retrofits.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate with FORTNA team members, project managers, and customers in a professional written and spoken manner.
• Ability to take direction from senior controls engineers to support the project and ensure all aspects of project goals are achieved.
• Ability to produce quality designs, drawings, programs, and documentation with minimal errors.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones. When traveling, the work environment shifts to a site‑based, typically industrial setting, using appropriate PPE, electrical diagnostic tools, implementation tools, laptops, and networking equipment.

TRAVEL

Generally requires 40–50 % travel to various sites.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Salary range: $76,100 to $114,200 per annum.

Equal Employment Opportunity statement: FORTNA and its affiliated companies provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. FORTNA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.