Advanced Control Systems Engineer

Lakeland Companies•Minneapolis, MN

23d•$105,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Control Assemblies Team - Shape the Future of Automation! Are you a passionate and driven Electrical Engineer eager to design cutting-edge control systems? Control Assemblies is seeking a hands-on Advanced Control Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team in Plymouth, MN lead the full lifecycle of industrial automation projects — from initial scope and quote through commissioning and client handoff.

Requirements

5-10 years of experience in industrial automation and controls
Proficiency in at least one major PLC platform and SCADA/HMI development environment
Solid understanding of industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus)
Experience managing projects or the clear ability and drive to grow into that role
Willingness to travel to job sites (typically less than 20%)
A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program is preferred, along with related experience in the field or a related area

Nice To Haves

Experience with process industries (water/wastewater, food & bev, oil & gas, manufacturing)
Familiarity with electrical design and panel wiring
PMI certification
UL Mark Testing Representative (UL MTR) certification

Responsibilities

Design, Program and commission PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems across a variety of platforms (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Ignition, iFIX, etc.)
Develop project scopes, labor estimates, and technical proposals for new opportunities
Manage assigned projects end-to-end: schedule, budget, deliverables, and client communication
Lead factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT)
Troubleshoot control system issues during startup and support clients post-commissioning
Produce clear, maintainable documentation — functional specs, I/O lists, network diagrams, and O&M manuals