Launch Controls Engineer

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Are you an experienced controls engineer who thrives on solving complex problems and seeing your work come to life on customer production floors? Do you want to accelerate your career by gaining exposure to a wide variety of projects, technologies, and customers?

At Extol, we’re looking for a driven, hands‑on Launch Controls Engineer to directly support the implementation and installation of custom automation equipment. This role is unique, giving you the chance to own projects from debug through production launch while still being home most weekends when traveling. Because of the variety of projects and technologies you’ll encounter, this role provides a unique opportunity to advance your skills and experience more rapidly than in most engineering environments.

• Takes ownership of machine controls from debug through customer installation and production ramp‑up.
• Excels at programming, debugging, and optimizing PLC, motion, and electrical systems.
• Communicates effectively with customers and internal teams, building trust through professionalism and problem‑solving.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, travel‑based role with exposure to a wide variety of machines and technologies.
• Works independently with confidence, while still collaborating seamlessly with teammates.
• Adapts quickly, scales solutions appropriately, and maintains accountability to project timelines and budgets.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (computer or electrical) or equivalent training/experience.
• 5+ years of experience designing and debugging custom automation controls.
• Proven ability to write complex PLC programs (Allen‑Bradley and/or Siemens).
• Hands‑on experience with motion systems; robotics experience (Fanuc/ABB) preferred.
• Strong skills in troubleshooting, problem‑solving, and risk assessment.
• Willingness and ability to travel ~25% to customer sites (typically 1‑5 day trips, home most weekends when traveling).

• Paid Community Impact – Employer paid time off to volunteer and positively impact community (Significant Impact).
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – employees gain ownership interest in the company.
• Profit Sharing – a portion of the company profits are distributed to employees each quarter the target profit level is reached.
• Insurance and Benefits – 100% employer paid dental, vision, group life insurances, short‑term and long‑term disability, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Savings Account – annual employer contributions.
• Medical Insurance Plans – three options, one of which is 100% employer paid.
• Paid Time Off – generous vacation, sick leave, and nine paid holidays.
• Travel Incentive – daily incentive pay for overnight stays.
• Additional benefits – voluntary life insurance options, pet discount program, accident & critical illness plans, 401(k), and educational reimbursement program.

• Extol is an innovative manufacturing technology company striving to improve plastic products through engineering, plastic assembly technology, custom automation, and 3D printing.
• We strive to build a customer‑centric, values‑driven organization that grows profitably by solving customers' challenges with a delightful experience.

Stewardship | Empathy | Humility | Trust | Winning Together

If you have passion to work collaboratively and be part of a team that wants to win together, apply today! To learn more about Extol, please visit us at

• Associate

• Full‑time

• Automation Machinery Manufacturing
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing