Controls Engineer - Ames
16 hours ago
Job description
Job Title:
Controls and Automation EngineerJob Description
Join a dynamic team dedicated to installing new manufacturing systems and upgrading existing systems across multiple facilities.
This role offers the opportunity to work on exciting controls and automation projects, providing technical support and designing plant control system architecture.
ResponsibilitiesCollaborate on controls and automation projects to install new manufacturing systems and upgrade existing systems.
Provide on-site support for controls and automation activities at various manufacturing facilities.
Travel to Wooster, OH through the end of 2025 for onboarding, with ongoing travel up to 25%.
Develop, install, and commission plant controls and automation systems, including PLC programming, HMI development, and MES data collection.
Provide technical support for controls and automation systems using the HELP Desk system.
Design and specify plant control system architecture, including control panels, hardware, and communication standards.
Enforce process control standards and partner with third-party controls engineering partners.
Essential Skills
5-10 years of experience programming PLCs from scratch.
Proficiency in HMI development, preferably within Wonderware (Aveva) Archestra Systems.
Strong skills in electrical design.
Experience managing projects from conception to development.
Willingness to travel 75% of the time within the first year.
Experience with AutoCAD, Rockwell, and design programming.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
7 years of programming experience with Allen Bradley PLC from scratch.
Experience in the Food and Beverage, Consumer Goods, or similar industry.
Work Environment
The position is based on-site in Ames, IA, with a business casual dress code.
Expect to travel 75% of the time in the first year to Dallas and Cleveland to gain insights into operations at other sites.
The role offers a collaborative and innovative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Ames, IA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $ $ /yr.
A no-deductible, $0 premium option for employee-only health coverage. 401(k) with 50% company match on first 8% of earnings you contribute. Safe harbor and profit-sharing company contributions to 401(k). Company paid short- and long-term disability coverage. Company paid 2X annual salary life and AD&D insurance. 4 weeks annual paid time off. 20 floating holiday hours and 6 company paid holidays. Extra time off for volunteering. Tuition reimbursement. Fitness membership reimbursement. And more
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Ames,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2026.
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