Controls Engineer

What you'll do

• Independently own the complete lifecycle - physical mounting, pneumatic/electrical integration, and PLC I/O mapping through commissioning - for smaller equipment components and upgrades, handing off to Manufacturing Engineering
• Support production equipment on the floor - troubleshoot faults, restore uptime, and follow through with root-cause analysis and preventative fixes
• Provide technical leadership on short-term problems within your group's scope; lead formal design reviews with cross-functional teams (equipment/MEs)
• Contribute to system architectures and electrical schematics, applying and standardizing elements compliant with NFPA79/NEC/UL508A standards
• Write and debug PLC structured text with an emphasis on code that is organized, documented, maintainable, and reusable
• Contribute to department policies, tool development, and the characterization of automated processes using data-driven approaches like Cpk and Gage R&R
• Respectfully raise concerns and share data-driven perspectives in group settings to support the best path forward
• Identify and mitigate lower-risk items (e.g., lead times, part tolerances) by coordinating with standard vendors; escalate larger risks to management

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in engineering field is required
• 4+ years' experience as controls engineer on electro-mechanical systems
• Proficiency in Structured Text and Ladder; working knowledge of other IEC 61131-3 languages
• Ability to apply sound reasoning and judgment on tasks and near-term project decisions, with review and support from senior engineers
• Working knowledge of control-related safety systems (ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant) and enclosure design compliant with NFPA79/NEC/UL508A standards
• A reliable and persistent work ethic, seeing tasks through to completion and staying determined in the face of uncertainty and failure
• Familiarity with manufacturing equipment and hands-on fabrication or assembly skills (e.g., rotating machinery, cable winding, soldering, pipe bending, or similar)
• Collaboration experience with job shops and external vendors
• High self-motivation and drive to execute quickly with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• A value for design for manufacturability, serviceability, and simplicity over complexity

Bonus points for

• Experience in Beckhoff and Siemens controls platforms
• Experience in Ignition SCADA systems
• Experience integrating equipment data into SCADA/data systems (e.g., IO-Link, MQTT)
• Machine Vision experience
• Greenfield or brownfield startup commissioning experience
• Expertise with CAD drafting, specifically AutoCAD Electrical

Must-have requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Perform activities such as typing, standing, stooping, and sitting, for extended periods of time
• Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead, high voltage, and cryogenics
• Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call

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• At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, “Export Control Laws"). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.