Sr. Controls Engineer

TechniBlend™; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TechniBlend™ is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to enhance food and beverage processing systems. This role involves designing electrical control systems, programming PLCs and HMIs, and collaborating with engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and over 5 years of experience in the industry, with strong problem-solving and leadership skills.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in control systems engineering.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and HMI development.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards like NEC, NFPA, ANSI, UL508A.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support PLC and HMI control systems.
• Detail electrical schematics and prepare supporting documentation.
• Perform in-house functional testing and customer acceptance testing.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Ignition

Job description

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Did you love building as a kid? Do you enjoy taking something apart, just to figure out how to put it back together? Do you geek out on robots? Our engineers drive packaging innovation, creating new ways to improve – and increase – performance. We’re passionate about designing custom equipment that exceeds our customers’ expectations. Our engineers partner closely not only with our customers but also with peers across sales, manufacturing, and assembly.

We offer rewarding, challenging opportunities throughout the world, across multiple packaging segments. If you’re excited by how machines work and want to make them better, we want to talk to you.

Do we have your attention? Keep reading.

TechniBlend is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to join our Engineering Team. This role is responsible for the design and specification of the electrical and controls systems on TechniBlend projects and initiatives.

The Senior Controls Engineer employs analytical and problem-solving skills to assist in the design of comprehensive electrical controls systems for automated food & beverage processing & blending equipment. The role includes designing control panels and field devices, creating schematics, and programming PLC, HMI, and VFDs in accordance with industry and client guidelines. The position reports to the Director Of Engineering and is located in our Waukesha, WI office.

Responsibilities include:

1. Design, implement, and support PLC and HMI control systems for food & beverage processing & blending equipment.
2. Detail electrical schematics, Bill of Materials, process flow diagrams, panel layouts, termination diagrams, and field wiring pull schedules in accordance with NEC, NFPA, and UL specifications.
3. Prepare supporting documentation including functional narratives, manuals, performance metrics, and startup procedures.
4. Perform in-house functional testing, customer functional acceptance testing, and onsite testing at customer facilities, including up to 25% travel (primarily North America with some international). This includes training maintenance and operations personnel.
5. Collaborate with engineering teams and support production and service personnel.
6. Develop a functional understanding of our products, systems, and solutions.
7. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to control systems, independently and collaboratively.
8. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
9. Participate in cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or similar.
2. Minimum 5+ years of experience in control systems engineering, preferably in food and beverage processing industry.
3. Proficiency in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar) and HMI development (Allen-Bradley, Ignition, or similar).
4. Experience with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, IO Link, Asi, etc.
5. Strong understanding of control system theory, including PID control, motion control, and feedback mechanisms.
6. Hands-on hardware/software integration and troubleshooting experience.
7. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
8. Familiarity with regulatory standards like NEC, NFPA, ANSI, UL508A.
9. Ability to travel up to 25%, mainly in North America and some international.

Pro Mach, Inc. offers competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a collaborative environment. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.