Control Engineer ( Electronics/Electrical)

Orbia Precision Agriculture Netafim•Fresno, CA

11h

About The Position

Netafim is hiring a Control Engineer to support manufacturing equipment, automation systems, maintenance activities, and facility infrastructure. The role focuses on developing, testing, troubleshooting, and evaluating controls and automation systems; improving equipment safety, reliability, efficiency, and throughput; and supporting production and maintenance teams during equipment breakdowns. The engineer will update and document system changes and upgrades, manage engineering and maintenance projects, coordinate technical problem-solving with internal teams and external suppliers, and follow applicable safety and building codes. The position supports a 24/7 production facility and participates in its on-call engineer rotation. A bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field or equivalent is required; relevant manufacturing experience is preferred but not mandatory, and the role is suitable for fresh graduates as well as experienced candidates. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent; a four-year engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification is specified.
Excellent knowledge of industrial PLC platforms such as Omron, Siemens, Beckhoff, Allen-Bradley, and Control Techniques, or equivalent systems.
Strong troubleshooting capability for control, automation, and integrated mechatronic systems.
Ability to read, interpret, and update electrical, electronic, control, and basic mechanical drawings.
Ability to manage, coordinate, and lead project installations, equipment upgrades, and system improvements.
Experience working with AC and DC drives, motors, and motion control systems.
Knowledge of personal and industrial computer systems, including hardware and software used in manufacturing environments.
Good understanding of mechanical aspects of complex automated manufacturing systems, including pneumatics, hydraulics, and machine mechanisms.
Working knowledge of SCADA, HMI, and industrial communication systems.
Ability to safely work with voltages ranging from low-voltage DC control systems to three-phase 480 VAC power systems.
Good written and verbal English communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects.
Expertise in computer applications such as Excel, Word, and drafting software.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
May be required to lift up to 70 pounds and spend extended periods standing or walking in and around the production facility.
Under some circumstances, must be available on call for the 24/7/365 production facility.

Nice To Haves

Relevant industrial manufacturing experience is preferred but not mandatory.
Certification, training, or formal coursework related to electrical, electronics, automation, mechatronics, or industrial maintenance is desirable.
Apprentice-level or higher electrician certification, controls/automation certification, or equivalent industrial training is a plus.

Responsibilities

Implement cost-effective equipment modifications to improve safety, reliability, efficiency, and throughput.
Update and document electrical, electronics, control, and mechanical system changes, modifications, and upgrades.
Develop, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing controls and automation systems.
Wire, test, repair, and troubleshoot high- and low-voltage systems, including 480VAC, 400VAC, 240VAC, 120VAC, and 24VDC.
Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, drives, motors, sensors, and automation systems.
Discuss and solve complex technical problems with manufacturing, maintenance, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
Develop and manage engineering and maintenance projects.
Comply with safety and building codes related to equipment, controls, wiring, and facilities.
Provide technical support to production and maintenance teams during breakdowns.
Handle assigned activities involving infrastructure and facilities.
Participate in the on-call engineer rotation for a 24/7 production facility.
Encourage the use of new techniques and focus on fact-based problem solving.
Improve the safety record through proactive reporting and leading by example.
Adopt and follow LEAN processes.
May oversee outside vendors performing repairs, modifications, or installations.
Perform other duties as assigned.