Controls Engineer

HOJ Innovations is a leader in organizational consulting and material handling solutions. The company offers a full line of services from custom engineering to fabrication, equipment sales, installation, and maintenance, and is dedicated to delivering rigorous, customer‑focused solutions.

Controls Engineer – responsible for designing, developing, and supporting industrial material handling and Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) solutions.

• Design, develop, test, and maintain PLC and HMI programs.
• Integrate and support Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) within material handling and automation systems, including communication, task execution, and system coordination.
• Develop and troubleshoot system‑level integrations between PLCs, AMRs, HMIs, WMS/MES systems, and external software platforms.
• Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues such as PLCs, motion control, SCADA, drives, industrial electronics, interfaces, pneumatics, vision, and laser‑based control devices.
• Debug electrical installations and controls hardware; perform on‑site commissioning and validation of system designs.
• Provide timely solutions to unexpected problems; perform scheduled maintenance reviews and emergency service.
• Prepare control schematics, specifications, and related documentation.
• Coordinate electrical installation with electricians and system installers.
• Document system designs, configurations, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of controls or automation programming experience.
• Strong software‑oriented mindset with willingness to work hands‑on with hardware.
• Ability to balance multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail and working with minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Team‑oriented and collaborative approach.
• Experience with Beckhoff IPCs and TwinCAT programming, a plus.
• Experience with Ignition by Inductive Automation, a plus.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (TCP/IP, REST APIs, fieldbus protocols, etc.).
• Exposure to or experience with AMRs, robotics, or mobile automation systems preferred.
• Willingness to learn and implement new technologies.
• Strong creative‑thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

HOJ Innovations has more than 50 years of industry experience and a culture built on teamwork, customer‑service, and innovative design. As the company continues to grow, it remains committed to providing the most rigorous and creative design solutions backed by exceptional customer service.

• Base salary
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental & vision insurance (medical currently provided by UMR)
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health Saving Account
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays & PTO

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Job Type: Full‑time

Experience:

3+ years relevant

Work Authorization:
United States (Required)

We are committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.