Control Systems Engineer

Lakeland Companies•Minneapolis, MN

5h•$72,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Control Assemblies is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to join their Control Assemblies Team in Plymouth, MN. This role involves contributing to the design, programming, testing, and commissioning of automation solutions. The engineer will work alongside experienced professionals, learning company, NEC, and UL standards while developing electrical control panel designs, schematics, and bills of materials. Responsibilities include developing electrical schematics and 3D panel layouts using EPLAN Pro Panel, designing custom control panels, and developing/testing basic PLC and HMI/SCADA applications. The role also involves selecting industrial control hardware, supporting system documentation, shop testing, startup, and commissioning, and collaborating with various internal teams to ensure project completion.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in electrical design for custom automation.
Basic knowledge of electrical engineering principles and industrial automation concepts, including control panel design, PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, motor controls, and structured programming.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, specifications, and equipment manuals.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree, technical diploma, vocational training, military technical training, or equivalent hands-on experience in Electrical Technology, Automation, Mechatronics, Controls, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field preferred.
Bachelor's degree is beneficial but not required.
Preferred EPLAN Electric P8 or Pro Panel experience.
Entry-level candidates with relevant technical training, internships, co-ops, apprenticeships, military experience, or hands-on project experience are encouraged to apply.
Exposure to electrical design software, PLC platforms, or HMI software through education, training, certifications, or practical experience is preferred.
Ability to follow instructions and established guidelines while developing independent judgment, problem-solving skills, and technical proficiency under supervision.

Responsibilities

Assist with electrical control panel designs, schematics, panel layouts, and bills of materials while learning company, NEC, and UL standards.
Develop detailed electrical schematics, 3D panel layouts, and bills of materials using EPLAN Pro Panel.
Design custom control panels, optimizing for performance, safety, and manufacturability.
Develop and test basic PLC and HMI/SCADA applications with guidance from experienced engineering team members.
Help select industrial control hardware and support system documentation, shop testing, startup, and commissioning activities.
Work with engineering, production, project management, and customer service to complete accurate, high-quality work on schedule.
Build technical knowledge through hands-on project experience, coaching, and exposure to a variety of industrial automation applications.