Controls Engineer

SpecSys•Granite Falls, MN

6d•$75,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Controls Engineer programs and completes design work for mobile equipment, including selecting electrical devices and components; developing control-loop functional scripts, schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams; preparing detailed bills of materials; and creating operator and user manuals. The role collaborates with SpecSys engineers, manufacturing, and project managers to deliver assigned projects on time, on budget, correctly, and safely. The position involves designing and validating electrical and control systems, supporting system integration and manufacturing, and communicating with clients and internal teams. The role may also support the development of related systems and components, including hydraulics, powertrain, engines, and pneumatics. Some tasks involve reviewing the work of others. Duties may extend beyond the listed responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

Strong aptitude in mechanical systems, controls, and electronics.
Experience with mobile equipment, including automotive or mobile-equipment electrical design or mobile-equipment controls.
Knowledge of CodeSys or C, C++, or VBA, and other mobile-equipment programming languages.
Experience with SAE J1939 and CANopen.
Ability to work with CAD packages.
Electrical systems design experience.
PLC programming experience.
Experience with hybrid power systems.
Hydraulic system control experience.
Experience in system design and development.
Ability to interact professionally with Manufacturing Operations, Sales, clients, and Quality.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to understand and apply local, national, and international codes and comply with applicable requirements.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or an Electrical Engineering Technology discipline, or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
At least 4 years of controls, electrical, and mobile-equipment experience, or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
Unable to provide sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Verify that designs meet performance and configuration specifications.
Develop and periodically review project timelines.
Develop system concepts that meet project functions.
Perform engineering calculations to verify compliance with design requirements.
Provide technical data to clients, designers, and drafters.
Develop electronic control systems that meet customer expectations and specifications.
Program controls, including PLCs and HMI/GUI components.
Analyze and verify system function, including through FMEA, design verification, and validation.
Prepare system operation documents for customers.
Prepare and present project design review booklets to customers.
Prepare schematics for AC/DC electrical circuits in single- and/or three-phase environments.
Create and validate harness designs and drawings for system integration and manufacturing.
Specify design materials and source purchase components.
Develop harness drawings and panel layouts using 2D and 3D CAD software.
Provide direction and support to mechanical engineering for system integration.
Review detailed drawings for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with client standards.
Generate and review bills of materials for completeness.
Provide instructions and support to electrical technicians during system builds.
Update and track action items, including Engineering Change Orders.
Support development of other systems and components, including hydraulics, powertrain, engines, and pneumatics.