Controls Engineer

Ecolab Inc.•Garland, TX

About The Position

Ecolab’s Garland facility is seeking a Controls Engineer to support and enhance our manufacturing operations. This role plays a vital part in maintaining the reliability, safety, and efficiency of our automated systems and electrical infrastructure. A successful candidate will possess deep expertise in industrial automation and electrical systems, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a strong commitment to continuous improvement in a dynamic, safety-driven environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma and 4 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment OR Bachelor’s degree
3 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting (Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley), HMI development, and industrial networking.
Experience with HMI development, troubleshooting industrial networks.
Solid track record of VFDs motor control.
Experience troubleshooting instrumentation.
Knowledge of safety circuits hardware and software.
Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or similar design tools.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field.
Experience in chemical, food, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with SAP, CMMS systems, and MES integration.
Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement training.
Professional Engineer (PE) license or working toward certification.

Responsibilities

Participate in the Design and Review of technical components of all project work and new projects.
Design, implement, and maintain electrical control systems for production and utility equipment.
Program PLCs (Rockwell Automation preferred), HMIs, and SCADA systems.
Lead hands-on troubleshooting (95% Rockwell Automation I/O PLC and HMI)
Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for electrical and control system failures.
Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and safety teams to support capital projects and process improvements.
Adhere to Ecolab Garland Programming Standards and Etiquette.
Ensure compliance with Ecolab’s safety standards and applicable regulations (OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E).
Maintain accurate documentation including electrical schematics, panel layouts, and control logic.
Support installation and commissioning of new equipment and system upgrades.
Manage contractors and vendors for controls-related work and system integration.