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Controls Engineer

Blaine, MN, USFull-time$89k–$166k2026-10-21 → 2026-11-10
On-site

Core

Lead qualification, commissioning, and implementation of automated manufacturing equipment and production systems to improve safety, quality, throughput, and operational efficiency.

Role type

Senior Controls Engineer (Industrial Automation)

Builds

Automated manufacturing equipment, production systems, and control architectures for industrial facilities.

Domain

Industrial Automation / Manufacturing

Required skills

PLC programming (Allen Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens), HMI development, industrial networking, machine safety systems, equipment commissioning, project leadership, data analysis (SCADA/MES/SQL), robotics/vision systems.

Preferred skills

Machine vision, advanced automation technologies, manufacturing data systems.

Responsibilities

Lead qualification and commissioning of automated manufacturing equipment; Develop controls architecture, PLC programs, and machine safety systems; Drive equipment upgrades and modernization projects; Analyze equipment data to identify root causes and implement corrective actions; Support new product introductions with automated test systems; Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and technicians.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with project leadership