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R&D Engineer

Job in Urbandale, Polk County, Iowa, 50322, USA
Listing for: Ectpac
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-16
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 120000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 120000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The R&D Engineer is the architect of complex control systems and will perform detailed design and engineering work. Some of the tasks include creating sophisticated logic sequences and writing PLC/DCS code across various hardware platform. The R&D Engineer will also develop operator and engineer interfaces using standard HMI (Human Machine Interface) tools.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design logic sequences and write PLC and DCS codes for a variety of hardware platforms.
  • Build intuitive, modern HMIs.
  • Design and develop control architectures to solve real-world industrial challenges.
  • Read and interpret control narratives, P&IDs and logic diagrams to bridge the gap between mechanical and digital systems.
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering – various degrees will be accepted, but preference will be for Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, Chemical or Aerospace.
  • Experience with computer systems and software programming methods.
Desired Skills
  • Solid understanding of PLC and DCS platforms
  • Experience with HMI programming systems. Ability to develop, edit, modify, troubleshoot and understand HMI projects
  • Ability to work with electrical drawings and understand basic electrical installation practices
  • Self-starter who can work individually and as a part of a team
  • Positive work attitude and ability to multi-task on several projects
  • Ability to travel worldwide
Benefits and Compensation
  • Medical & Dental Insurance including Health Savings Account
  • Long Term Disability
  • FMLA benefits including both partners
  • 401(k) with company match
  • ECT is an employee owned company and you will have the opportunity to join our ownership team and share in our success after a short vesting period.
About the Company

We (Energy Control Technologies, Inc.) are a fast-paced, entrepreneurial company that is looking for energetic employees to help us grow our company. ECT’s customers span from the Industrial/Manufacturing, Oil and Gas and the Bio-fuels market segments. Our products are state of the art in the field. You will have the opportunity to work on some of the most complex and critical machines that directly affect the operation of energy production plants across the world.

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