Controls Engineer

Overview

Company Shermco Industries was founded in 1974 and is North America’s largest and fastest growing NETA‑accredited electrical testing organization. With safety encouraged as a personal core value, the company focuses on ensuring electrical power systems are functioning properly and safely. Shermco’s Professional Engineering Group, Rotating Machinery Division, Renewable Energy Services, Systems Integration Services, and Field Repair & local Repair Service Centers give the firm a breadth to handle all electrical challenges.

Shermco Systems Integration is seeking a Controls Engineer I to design, develop, and implement control systems for various applications. The role requires using automation, programming, critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to ensure efficient and safe operation.

• Establish and maintain safety‑focused behaviors.
• Design, develop, and implement control systems, including network architecture and control philosophy.
• Program and configure PLCs, HMIs and other control devices using ladder logic, FBD and other graphical languages.
• Develop control algorithms and software.
• Test and validate control systems to meet performance requirements.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose control system issues, implementing solutions to improve performance and reliability.
• Install, configure, and test software systems on‑site, collaborating with specialists and clients.
• Evaluate system performance and identify areas for improvement to increase efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, project managers and stakeholders and communicate technical information clearly.
• Ensure all control systems are designed and implemented safely and may be responsible for implementing safety protocols.

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in control systems and startup/commissioning.
• Strong understanding of control theory, automation, and programming.
• Experience with low‑voltage controls.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to work safely and a commitment to safety.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills; proficiency in CAD software.
• Experience with the following controls platforms is required:
  Allen Bradley Control Logix, GE RX3i, Siemens S7‑300/400, Schneider Modicon, Delta
  
  V, Wonderware, OPC Systems, etc.
• Preferred industry experience:
  Semiconductor, Oil & Gas, Utilities, Metals, Mining, Paper, Data Centers, Health Care, Food & Beverage.
• Flexible to work out‑of‑town with regular overnight travel.

• Demonstrate personal commitment to safety.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and drive regularly.
• Must pass a fit‑for‑duty physical exam when required.
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug test, random drug tests and a criminal background check.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• U.S. work eligibility without visa sponsorship.
• Fluent reading, writing and speaking English.

Shermco is 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, age, disability or veteran status. Shermco is a drug‑free workplace.

$70,000 – $90,000 per year.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing