Controls Engineer – E2 (Seattle)

Emtech•Seattle, WA

About The Position

The Controls Engineer (E2) develops PLC, HMI, and robot-program code; designs electrical control panels and wiring systems; and commissions automation systems at customer sites. The role supports Emtech’s controls and automation capabilities, working with platforms and protocols including EtherCAT, UDP, and Codesys to integrate robotic systems for clients. The engineer collaborates with mechanical, electrical, and test engineers and technicians to deliver safe, high-performing automation solutions. The position involves system design, programming, integration, commissioning, troubleshooting, and documentation. It also includes customer-site travel as required, participation in design reviews and customer meetings, and providing technical reporting to the Engineering Lead and Contract Owner. The role operates in a professional office and/or robotics lab or industrial environment, with occasional exposure to machinery, moderate noise, and varying lighting. Employment is contingent on a post-conditional-offer background check and employment eligibility verification. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with PLC platforms including Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and/or Omron.
Experience with robotic programming basics.
Ability to read and create electrical schematics using AutoCAD Electrical or E-Plan.
Understanding of industrial networking protocols including EtherNet/IP, ProfiNet, Modbus, EtherCAT, and UDP.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to travel to customer sites as required, domestically and potentially internationally.
Valid driver’s license; employees driving a company vehicle must meet Emtech’s auto insurance requirements and authorize periodic driving-record checks.
Ability to work flexible schedules to meet company and client deadlines.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on occasion, stand for extended periods, sit for long periods, stoop, kneel, and move about as needed in lab, field, and industrial environments.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Employment is contingent on a background check conducted after a conditional offer and employment eligibility verification (Federal I-9).

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Codesys or structured text programming.

Responsibilities

Promote and uphold Emtech’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
Develop PLC, HMI, and robot-program code for robotic and automation systems.
Design electrical control panels and system wiring diagrams.
Configure safety systems, including guarding, safety PLCs, and interlocks.
Commission automation systems and perform onsite debugging and startup support.
Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to ensure seamless system integration.
Partner with the technician team to support hardware bring-up and controls commissioning.
Read, create, and maintain electrical schematics using AutoCAD Electrical or E-Plan.
Configure and troubleshoot industrial networking protocols, including EtherNet/IP, ProfiNet, Modbus, and EtherCAT.
Document control system designs, code, and commissioning results.
Identify and implement improvements to control system performance and reliability.
Participate in design reviews, customer meetings, and project status updates.
Provide clear technical reporting to the Engineering Lead and Contract Owner.
Travel to customer sites as required by client project needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with eligibility and start dates described in the posting.
Health Savings Account (HSA).
TaxGuard Med+ (GAP+) with virtual doctor visits, health coaches, free prescriptions, and gap and hospital indemnity coverage.
401(k) with employer Safe Harbor match; immediately vested, eligible after 90 days.
Education assistance reimbursing 50% of qualified tuition, fees, and required books and supplies, up to $5,250 per year, subject to pre-approval.
Paid vacation and personal day, with accrual beginning after 30 days.
Paid sick leave accruing from the first day of work.
Six paid holidays per year.
Up to three paid bereavement days for the loss of an immediate or close family member.
Commuter benefit covering 50% of a monthly ORCA transit pass for Seattle-based employees.
Supportive team culture and company-hosted events.