Controls Engineer

Overview

Taylor Corporation is looking for a Controls Engineer to join our team in North Mankato, MN. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

• Plan and schedule work to be done in the most cost-efficient and safe manner while maintaining project timelines
• Apply engineering principles to design products such as conveying systems, instruments, controls, robots, and machines
• Coordinate electrical equipment purchases and manage inventory for projects
• Analyze plant processes and design and implement improvements
• Troubleshoot issues with hardware and processes
• Create, maintain and keep current all hard copies and electronic data bases: electrical and pneumatic schematics, panel layouts, PLC, operator display, operator interface, robot programs, machine power distribution and related vendor controls component part documentation
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, electricians and operations personnel
• Provide on‑hand assistance with the machine shop and electricians as needed
• Occasional travel within the U.S. for installations and site visits

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Controls Engineering or a related field
• 1+ years of experience with PLC programming in a manufacturing environment, writing and editing PLC programs and HMI user interfaces
• Experience in CAD software creating electrical prints
• Strong organizational skills overseeing multiple projects simultaneously
• High computer literacy – ability to use Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Strong cause‑effect analytical abilities to solve problems
• Ability to operate autonomously and self‑direct
• Excellent communication and team‑building skills with the ability to manage relationships with internal and external customers, fostering trust and mutual respect

• Print industry experience
• Experience with Autodesk software
• Experience with Allen Bradley NFPA 79 and ANSI B11.19

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $70,000 - $90,000.

Comprehensive benefit package including health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.