Senior Controls Engineer: Motion, HMI & Project Lead

The Aagard Group LLC; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental & Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Educational support

Job summary

The Aagard Group LLC is seeking a skilled controls engineer to write and test motion-control software, ensuring on-time delivery for projects and reliable machine performance. You will participate in design reviews, collaborate on standards, and provide field support for commissioning and service.

Responsibilities include training customers on HMI and machine operation, traveling as needed, and maintaining passport credentials for international work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or Mathematics-related field plus 5 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Strong knowledge of programming practices and concepts related to motion and timing.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic components.

Responsibilities

• Write and test control code for machine motion in accordance with Aagard standards, customer specs, and project requirements.
• Test machines to verify control code and concepts meet project requirements and timelines.
• Collaborate to develop and maintain Aagard’s controls standards for consistency and quality.
• Provide engineering support for internal and external customers, including commissioning and machine acceptance phases.
• Lead assigned projects with minimal supervision and participate in design reviews and problem-solving sessions.
• Deliver training to internal and external customers on HMI and machine operation.
• Travel up to 30% domestically and internationally; obtain and maintain a valid passport.

Skills

Write and Test Code

Motion control knowledge

Project leadership

Customer communication

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Software/CS/Physics/Math or related field

Tools

Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley

PLC programming

Job description

The Aagard Group LLC is seeking a skilled controls engineer to write and test motion-control software, ensuring on-time delivery for projects and reliable machine performance. You will participate in design reviews, collaborate on standards, and provide field support for commissioning and service.

Responsibilities include training customers on HMI and machine operation, traveling as needed, and maintaining passport credentials for international work.