Controls Engineer

Job Description Job:
Controls Engineer

Pay: $75k - $90k

Location:

Brooklyn Center, MN 55426

Schedule:

M-F Business Hours

Full Time, Temp to Hire

Pride Staff is working with an established system integrator in search of a skilled and motivated Controls Engineer. The Controls Engineer will design, program, and commission automation systems across a variety of client industries. The Controls Engineer will play a key role in taking automation projects from initial concept through to final startup, using modern tools like Rockwell PLCs, Ignition SCADA, and leading industrial data platforms.

The ideal Controls Engineer enjoys solving complex problems, has multiple years of experience in controls or system integration, and thrives seeing their work come to life on the plant floor. The Controls Engineer is a full-time, temp to hire, in-person position located in the Brooklyn Center, MN area.

• Design and Program Control Systems Using Primarily Rockwell PLCs
• Develop Intuitive HMI and SCADA Applications in Ignition, AVEVA, and Rockwell Platforms
• Integrate Plant Data Systems Using Canary Historian and AVEVA Platforms
• Take Automation Projects Completely From Initial Concept Through On-Site Startup and Commissioning
• Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) as Needed
• Troubleshoot Complex Control Issues, Perform Root-Cause Analysis, and Optimize System Performance
• Work Directly and Collaboratively With Clients to Deliver Practical, High-Quality Automation Solutions
• Maintain Accurate Project Documentation, Training Records, and System Reports as Needed
• Attend Technical Training Programs or Sessions to Continuously Improve Engineering Skills
• Maintain a Professional, Clean Environment and Adhere to All On-Site Safety Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required;
  Technical Certification or Engineering Degree Preferred
• 3-7 Years of Experience in Controls Engineering or Industrial System Integration Required
• 3+ Years of Strong PLC Programming Experience Required (Rockwell Platforms Highly Preferred)
• Proven Experience With SCADA/HMI Application Development Required (Ignition Training or Certification a Plus)
• Solid Knowledge of Industrial Network Protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, OPC UA, IO Link) Required
• Must be Able to Read, Interpret, and Think Through Complex Electrical Schematics and System Designs
• Willingness and Ability to Travel 20-30% for Project Commissioning Required
• Familiarity With Canary Historian, AVEVA (Wonderware), MQTT, Sparkplug, IIoT Architectures, SQL, or Python Preferred
• Have Consistent Punctual Attendance and Excel in an In-Person Office and Plant Environment
• Excellent Organizational, Problem-Solving, Verbal, and Written Communication Skills

• Must be 18+ Years Old
• Must be Willing to Submit to a Pre-Employment Background Check
• Must be Willing to Submit to a Drug Screen
• Must be Able to Provide Proof of Eligibility to Work in The U.S.

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