Associate Controls Engineer
Listed on 2026-10-04
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Wunderlich-Malec Engineering is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established (41+ years) engineering companies in the United States.
When you become part of Wunderlich-Malec you:
- Work with Fortune 500 clients
- Rated in the top three System Integrator Giants 2022
We have an Associate Controls Engineer position available in our St. Louis office. This position is responsible for controls engineering projects involving PLC/SCADA/HMI programming, electrical and instrumentation, check out support and start-up assistance.
Major Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement control system (logic software and hardware) to meet process, machine, and integrated system requirements.
- Develop control logic software and user interface applications.
- Develop schematics detailing control system configuration and wiring, and design equipment panel layouts on AutoCAD software.
- Assist with initial start-up and debug integrated systems and the development of system documentation.
- Work on automation and control system integration projects for clients in industries such as pharma/biotech, water/wastewater, data centers, etc.
- Adheres to scope, quality, schedule and budget requirements of assigned tasks
- Develops collaborative partnerships with clients and colleagues
Education
BS Electrical Engineering, BS Chemical Engineering, BS Mechanical Engineering, or BS Computer Engineering is preferred. An AA in Engineering Technology or equivalent with equivalent experience may be substituted.
Experience
Soon to be graduate or new graduate with an interest in pursuing a career in Controls Engineering.
- Preference given to, but not required, candidates with an understanding of or exposure to control systems - components, ladder logic programming, SCADA programming and their applications.
- Preference given to, but not required, candidates with an understanding of or exposure to instrumentation and controls design as well as PLC and/or SCADA.
- Experience with AutoCAD is also desired, but not required.
Physical Demands of Position
Writing, computer work, variable travel amounts, fieldwork in industrial settings, seeing, color perception, hearing, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, lifting, climbing, and ability to mount and dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling.
Standard office environment, On-site office environment, and diverse industrial environments
Frequent PC usage, fax machines, copy machines, phones.
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