Test & Controls Technician

midlandgaragedoor; West Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental insurance

401K with company match

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Parental Leave

Vacation and Sick Time

Holiday pay

Referral Bonus

Annual work boot allowance

Safety glasses allowance

Job summary

Midland Garage Door is seeking a Test & Controls Technician to drive wind-load testing and later support factory controls across West Fargo and Salt Lake City facilities. The role begins with accreditation of test equipment and testing procedures, then expands to engineering support and automation projects.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with PLCs, Allen-Bradley hardware, robotics and electrical diagrams, plus a practical manufacturing background.

Qualifications

• Experience with test equipment calibration and documentation is a plus.
• Proven ability to work across multiple facilities and coordinate with production teams.
• Familiarity with wind load testing or DASMA 108 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Phase 1: achieve test facility accreditation for wind test equipment.
• Coordinate test specimen fabrication with production teams at two facilities.
• Set up and operate structural test equipment with transducers and data acquisition.
• Run positive/negative pressure tests, record data in real time.
• Prepare complete test reports for PE review and state filing.
• Coordinate with PE for report review and seal; file with authorities.
• Maintain organized test records for each model and pressure tier.
• Phase 2: support controls, back up PLC programs and document control logic.
• Modernize aging PLCs and document electrical schematics.
• Audit wiring and assist with ERP-to-automation integration.
• Diagnose issues across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Conduct engineering tests to verify system performance.

Skills

VFDs & Motors

Allen-Bradley

PLC/HMI programming

Robotics systems

Electrical schematics

Metal fabrication

Welding & machining

Reading mechanical drawings

Networking basics

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year technical degree in Mechatronics / Automation / Electrical Technology

Tools

SolidWorks

RSLogix 5000

Data acquisition software

Milling machines

Welding equipment

Lift trucks

Job description

Test & Controls Technician

Monday – Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Competitive Salary

Midland Garage Door has been in business for over 45 years, and we take pride in the quality products we deliver to our customers. We are seeking a detail-oriented Test & Controls Technician to join our growing Engineering team.

Summary

This position has two phases. In Phase 1 (approximately 9–18 months), the primary responsibility is executing Midland's WindGuard wind load testing and certification program — a structured effort to certify key residential and commercial door models to DASMA 108 standards for expanded. In Phase 2, this role transitions to ongoing factory controls, automation, and engineering support across Midland's West Fargo and Salt Lake City facilities.

Essential Duties

Phase 1 — Test technician

Midland is expanding it’s WindGuard offerings to new markets. This position will initially primarily focus on accreditation of the test equipment and executing tests for various models at different pressures for new and existing markets.

1. Achieve test facility accreditation for Midland’s wind test equipment.
2. Coordinate test specimen fabrication with production teams at both facilities, ensuring specimens are built to exact engineering specifications.
3. Set up and operate structural pressure test equipment; instrument doors with pressure transducers, deflection gauges, and data acquisition systems per DASMA 108 protocol.
4. Execute positive and negative pressure loading sequences, cycling tests, and structural overload tests; monitor and record all data in real time.
5. Compile complete test reports including raw data, observations, photos, and pass/fail determinations for PE review and state filing.
6. Coordinate with third‑party Professional Engineer for report review and seal; manage submission packages to Texas and Florida product approval authorities.
7. Maintain organized test records and certification documentation for each model, size, and pressure tier tested.

Phase 2 — Controls & Engineering Support (Ongoing)

Upon completion of the wind testing program, this position transitions to factory controls and engineering support. Ongoing responsibilities include:

1. Support and provide redundancy to the existing controls technician — backup PLC programs, document control logic, and assist with factory troubleshooting at both facilities.
2. Assess, prioritize, and execute phased modernization of aging PLCs as needed.
3. Document production lines, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control logic currently undocumented — creating a reliable reference for maintenance and future upgrades.
4. Audit, label, and organize factory wiring at both facilities to reduce troubleshooting time and minimize unplanned downtime.
5. Support factory network infrastructure upgrade to improve reliability and prepare for automation integration.
6. Participate in ERP‑to‑automation integration project — prepare controls infrastructure, assist with testing and commissioning.
7. Diagnose and resolve issues with electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems as needed.
8. Conduct engineering tests to verify system functionality and performance on new and modified equipment.

Marginal Duties

1. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Management.

Competencies Preferred

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Experience working with VFD’s, AC motors, Servos, Relays, Sensors, Barcode Scanners, Conveyors
• Experience integrating and troubleshoot PLC/HMI programming
• Experience with Allen Bradley hardware
• Metal fabrication (welding, machining, assembly)
• Experience reading electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Experience with robotic systems
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Basic computer networking skills
• Has a high level of attention to detail, organization, and follow-through skills.
• Have prompt and reliable attendance.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED required. Two-year technical degree preferred in Mechatronics, Automation, Electrical Technology, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and hands‑on experience will be considered. Experience with structured testing, instrumentation, or quality documentation is a plus.

Equipment/Software used

• Microsoft Office Suite
• General Office Equipment
• SolidWorks
• RS Logix 5000
• Milling machines
• Welders
• Data acquisition software
• Pressure and structural test equipment
• Various Hand and Power Tools
• Lift Trucks

Travel

This position may involve infrequent travel to test sites or Salt Lake City, UT.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment VISA at this time.

CANDIDATES OFFERED EMPLOYMENT ARE REQUIRED TO PASS A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST AND BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT.

We are committed to our team members, and we care deeply about providing employees and their families a supportive benefits package which includes:

• Medical and Dental insurance with company contribution
• HSA company contribution and match
• 401K with company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company paid short-term disability and company contribution towards long-term disability
• Supplemental insurance options
• Parental Leave
• Childbirth Recovery Leave
• Vacation and Sick Time
• Holiday pay
• Referral Bonus
• Annual work boot allowance
• Prescription safety glass allowance

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that all information provided is accurate and truthful to the best of your knowledge. Any false statements, misrepresentation, or omission of information may disqualify you from consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination. The company reserves the right to verify the information you have provided as part of the recruitment process. Submitting an application does not guarantee employment.

Midland Garage Door is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, age, religion, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Midland Garage Door will make reasonable accommodations to the known qualifying disabilities of applicants and employees when doing so will not impose an undue hardship. Applicants who believe they may need reasonable accommodation to enable them to participate in the application process should contact Human Resources.