Controls Engineer

Mikron • Englewood, CO

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Controls Engineer at Mikron Automation develops and integrates automation components, systems, and software for scalable, high-performance platforms. The role supports technologies in the pharmaceutical, medical, automotive, and consumer goods industries. The engineer contributes across project phases, including design, build, validation, installation, commissioning, and post-installation service, and mentors junior engineers.

The position involves applying knowledge of Mikron products and engineering standards; performing system testing, troubleshooting, and debugging; participating in internal and customer-facing meetings; and creating and maintaining engineering documentation. The engineer is expected to follow safety, compliance, data protection, and cybersecurity practices, and to contribute to quality, customer relationships, and project objectives.

The role is based at Mikron Automation’s facility at least three days per week. Remote work may be permitted up to two days per week, depending on project requirements and team alignment. Travel and flexible hours may be required for project deliverables. The work environment may include noise, vibration, temperature extremes, clean-room conditions, and potential mechanical, electrical, chemical, laser-light, and sharps hazards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI programming and best practices.
• Proficiency with industrial control systems and architectures.
• Proficiency with electrical hardware and schematics for industrial machinery.
• Proficiency in setup and basic troubleshooting of local and remote I/O.
• Proficiency in servo and VFD configuration and tuning.
• Proficiency integrating third-party equipment.
• Proficiency with industrial networking protocols such as Ethernet/IP.
• Proficiency applying electrical standards including NFPA 79, UL 508A, and NEC.
• Familiarity with object-oriented programming such as C# and scripting tools.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States, hold a valid state driver license, and be eligible to obtain a passport for international travel.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Must be able to travel or work flexible hours as required for project deliverables.
• Must be able to work on-site at Mikron Automation’s facility at least three days per week.

Nice To Haves

• Three or more years of professional experience in automation and controls is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply working knowledge of Mikron products, platforms, and engineering standards to support design and development.
• Independently design and integrate automation components, systems, or software.
• Execute and support system testing, troubleshooting, and debugging during development, build, and commissioning; identify root causes and propose solutions.
• Participate in internal and customer-facing meetings, providing technical input and supporting project execution.
• Use engineering tools and systems such as CAD, PDM, PLC/HMI software, and vision platforms to support design and documentation.
• Create, maintain, and review engineering documentation, including drawings, bills of materials, and specifications, in accordance with project and company standards.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and engineering standards.
• Support projects through design, build, validation, installation, and post-installation service.
• Mentor junior engineers and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Collaborate across teams, develop skills through training and feedback, take initiative, and contribute to transparent communication.
• Act with integrity and professionalism, honor commitments, and foster trust and accountability.
• Build customer relationships by understanding customer needs and delivering innovative, competitive solutions.
• Deliver precise, timely, and environmentally responsible results and seek improvements in products, processes, and personal competencies.
• Protect sensitive information and follow data protection protocols and cybersecurity practices.
• Align personal goals with company objectives, monitor progress, communicate within teams, and address deviations from targets.

Benefits

• PTO
• 10 paid holidays, including one or two floating holidays depending on start date
• Parental leave
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• ADD insurance
• FSA
• HSA
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with matching up to 5%, immediately vested
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Professional growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

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