Senior Controls Engineer

MGS Machine is a leading packaging automation solutions provider headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. As a key player in the consumer goods industry, we specialize in designing and manufacturing state-of-the
- art equipment for secondary packaging, product handling, and line integration.

Our business portfolio encompasses a wide range of innovative solutions, including product handling, cartoners, case packers, and turn-key packaging lines, in industries such as pharma, healthcare, food, personal care, and industrial goods. We strive to continuously expand our offerings and enhance our capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our customers. For more detailed information about MGS Machine and it comprehensive business landscape, please visit

Coesia, a group of innovation-based industrial and packaging solutions companies operating globally, headquartered in Bologna, Italy, and fully owned by Isabella Seràgnoli. Coesia's companies are leaders in automation solutions for multiple industries, ranging from automated processing and packaging machinery, testing and vision systems, to digital printing technologies, factory flow solutions and precision gears. Our customers include leading players in Consumer Goods, Healthcare & Pharma, Tobacco, Ceramic Tiles, Luxury Goods, Aerospace, Racing & Automotive, Electronics.

Coesia has 141 operating units in 35 countries, a turnover of about 1.9 billion euros and over 8,000 employees. In the United States, Coesia employs over 900 people.

This role is responsible for the creation of machine programming and controls/electrical design for complex automated machinery. The Senior Controls Engineer will lead assigned machines, machine groups, and controls projects through the design process and serve as a primary technical contact, both internally and externally, from concept and manufacturing through assembly, debug, final acceptance, installation, and service. The role is responsible for delivering solutions that meet technical, budget, quality, and scheduling requirements while supporting continuous improvement and the adoption of new automation technologies.

The position may be filled at the appropriate internal engineering level based on the selected candidate's experience, technical expertise, and demonstrated ability to lead increasingly complex automation projects.

• Concept Development/New Engineering Design – Develop controls concepts and designs for new machines, models, and modules. Lay out controls, electrical, and pneumatic systems and develop efficient, maintainable machine software.
• Project Technical Leadership – Serve as the controls technical lead for assigned machines, machine groups, or complex automation projects. Coordinate technical activities and provide directions to other engineering and project team members as needed to support successful project execution.
• Deliver to Project Scope/Schedule/Budget – Plan and execute controls engineering work in accordance with project requirements, schedules, and budgets. Participate in and support concept, design, and project reviews.
• Controls Programming and Integration – Develop, modify, test, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, motion control, robotics, vision, and other machine control systems. Integrate multiple machines, systems, and OEM equipment into comprehensive automated solutions.
• Documentation – Create, review, and maintain technical documentation for assigned projects, including functional specifications, electrical schematics, programs, operating documentation, and other required engineering records.
• Machine Start-Up and Debug – Provide controls support during machine assembly, start-up, debug, and testing. Verify I/O functionality, configure control devices, troubleshoot electrical and programming issues, and support machine controls and quality testing.
• Factory Acceptance Testing and Customer Support – Support customer FAT activities, design reviews, installation, commissioning, service, and troubleshooting. Serve as a technical resource for customers throughout the project lifecycle
• Technical Expertise and Innovation – Maintain knowledge of new and emerging automation…