Entry Level Controls Engineer

Official Job Description : Controls Engineer (Entry Level)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• System Support Development : Assist senior engineers in all phases of automation projects,

including the design, programming, and commissioning of control systems for new and existing

manufacturing equipment.

logic, to support, troubleshoot, and optimize existing equipment.

interfaces (HMI) and plant-wide SCADA systems, gaining exposure to our primary platforms :

Inductive Automation Ignition and Rockwell FactoryTalk View (ME / SE).

related issues on the plant floor to help minimize equipment downtime and improve system

reliability.

documentation, including electrical schematics, program backups, and standard operating

procedures (SOPs), ensuring adherence to established engineering standards.

including EtherNet / IP, Modbus, Profinet, and other Fieldbus, ensuring seamless data flow

between control devices.

for process improvement, efficiency gains, and cost reduction through automation solutions.

Qualifications & Skills

Required :

a closely related engineering or technical discipline.

applicable internships, co-op programs, or significant academic project experience will be highly

valued.

and strong foundational knowledge of ladder logic.

and problem-solving skills, and a practical, hands-on approach.

collaborate effectively within a team environment.

automation.

Preferred / Desired :

Allen-Bradley (Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000), Opto 22, Phoenix Contact, or Pro-face.

Ignition and Rockwell FactoryTalk View ME / SE.

Ethernet standards).

Work Environment

This role primarily operates in a professional office setting, combined with frequent time spent on the

manufacturing floor. The successful candidate must be able to work safely in an industrial environment,

which may involve noise exposure, moving machinery, and varying temperatures. This position requires

a proactive and hands-on approach to learning and problem-solving in a dynamic production

environment. This role also includes participation in an on-call rotation for after-hours support.