Engineer - Controls

About the Position

• Program and tune multiple axes of motion control
• Program and debug PLCs and HMIs
• Design control systems used in high‑performance machinery
• Plan and coordinate new equipment installations
• Supervise installation and optimization of machinery
• Identify and implement process improvements
• Administer modifications of existing PLC programs in conjunction with mill personnel
• Efficiently manage multiple projects and processes across a large scope of work, simultaneously gauging task priority
• Train personnel in maintenance and operation of equipment
• Some overnight travel to divisions within California and Washington
• Provide phone support for division technicians for troubleshooting

• Related Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience
• Strong working knowledge of motion controllers, PLCs, servo systems, and HMIs
• Experience with servo and hydraulic motion control and tuning preferred
• Experience with Allen Bradley Control Logix and Kinetix systems preferred
• Machine vision experience a plus
• Ability to manage time and priorities under demanding circumstances
• Excellent communication, listening, and reasoning skills
• AutoCAD proficiency a plus
• Strong math skills

• We train and promote from within
• Excellent low‑cost health benefits
• Retirement plan with employer‑paid contributions
• Paid vacation and 10 holidays
• Full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low‑cost premiums
• 401(k) with Company Match and additional retirement contributions
• Company‑paid life insurance

Because this is more than an invitation, it’s a commitment to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth to everyone! We ask people to grow with us and make the company even better.

Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.

The general wage range for this position at Sierra Pacific Industries is from $75,000 to $105,000 per year, and is dependent upon a number of factors, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skill, knowledge, and/or education.