Controls Engineer

Taylor Corporation • North Mankato, MN

1d • $70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Taylor Corporation is looking for a Controls Engineer to join our team in North Mankato, MN. Work Authorization: To be considered for the Taylor opportunities, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelors of Science in Electrical, Controls Engineering or related field
• 1+ years of experience with PLC programming in a manufacturing environment writing and editing PLC programs and HMI user interfaces.
• Experience in CAD software creating electrical prints
• Strong organizational skills overseeing multiple projects at once
• High computer literacy – ability to use Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Strong cause-effect analytical abilities to solve problems
• Ability to operate autonomously and self-direct
• Excellent communication and teambuilding skills and an ability to manage relationships with internal and external customers, fostering a relationship of trust and mutual respect

Nice To Haves

• Print Industry Experience a plus
• Experience with Autodesk
• Experience with Allen Bradley
• NFPA 79 and ANSI B11.19

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule work to be done in the most cost efficient and safe manner while working to maintain project timelines
• Apply knowledge of engineering principles to design products such as product conveying systems, instruments, controls, robots, machines, etc.
• Coordinate electrical equipment purchases & managing inventory for projects
• Analyze plant processes, design and implement improvements
• Troubleshooting issues with hardware and processes
• Create, maintain and keep current all hard copies and electronic data bases: all electrical and pneumatic schematics; panel layouts; PLC, operator display, operator interface, and robot programs; machine power distribution and all related vendor controls component part documentation
• Collaboration between Mechanical Engineers, Electricians and Operations
• On-hands assistance with the machine shop and electricians as needed
• Occasional travel within the U.S. for installations and site visits

Benefits

• Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level