Controls Engineer
Listed on 2026-08-30
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer
Controls Engineer I
Location: Buffalo NY Business Unit: Motivairby Schneider Electric Function: Engineering Reports To: Engineering Manager, Sustaining Engineering, Tools & Testing Job Type: Full-Time
What will you do?The Controls Engineer I is responsible for designing, programming, testing, and supporting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic control systems used in industrial and HVAC equipment. This role works closely with engineering, production, suppliers, service teams, and customers to develop innovative control solutions, troubleshoot technical issues, and support product lifecycle management.
Key Responsibilities- Design, develop, and program PLC-based control systems to manage functions such as sequencing, temperature, pressure, flow, current, voltage, and timing.
- Create and maintain electrical schematics, control drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), technical manuals, and related engineering documentation.
- Develop and document system sequences of operation, control logic diagrams, and functional specifications.
- Provide technical support during pre-sales and post-sales activities, including customer discussions and control system reviews.
- Collaborate with manufacturing teams, assemblers, and electrical wirers to resolve control system design and build issues.
- Investigate, troubleshoot, and implement software and firmware updates to resolve product performance issues.
- Optimize existing control programs and continuously improve system functionality, reliability, and performance.
- Partner with suppliers and external engineering resources to resolve technical challenges, evaluate new technologies, and improve product capabilities.
- Obtain supplier quotations, support component qualification activities, and prepare purchasing requisitions.
- Support quality initiatives, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
- Travel occasionally to customer sites, suppliers, or Schneider Electric facilities as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in controls engineering, automation, industrial equipment, HVAC systems, or related fields.
- Experience programming and troubleshooting PLC-based control systems.
- Knowledge of electrical schematics, control panel design, and industrial control components.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Experience with commercial HVAC, liquid cooling systems, air cooling systems, or data center infrastructure.
- Knowledge of industry communication protocols and control networks.
- Experience with Carel, Modicon, or similar control platforms.
- Familiarity with Git Hub or version control systems.
- Experience working with UL, ETL, NEC, IEC, NFPA, and other applicable industry standards.
- Hands-on experience with pumps, motors, piping systems, electro-mechanical assemblies, or industrial equipment.
- Controls System Design
- PLC Programming & Troubleshooting
- Electrical Engineering Fundamentals
- Technical Documentation
- Root Cause Analysis
- Product Lifecycle Support
- Customer Technical Support
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Supplier Qualification & Management
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
- Primarily office-based work in a computer-centric environment.
- Ability to remain seated for extended periods.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.
- Occasional travel may be required.
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Schneider Electric considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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