Controls Engineer/Technologist 1

Job summary

Execute technical assignments with increasing autonomy, delivering reliable hardware and software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, support project schedules and field teams, and communicate effectively with customers and internal departments.

Job details

The Controls Engineer/Technologist 1 executes technical assignments with increasing autonomy, delivering reliable hardware and software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project success. CEC fosters a collaborative, supportive team environment where every voice is valued, and cross-functional teamwork is encouraged. Our culture is built on open communication, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to achieving goals together. We believe in learning from one another, celebrating successes as a team, and supporting each other through challenges. Qualifications and Skills: * Demonstrates strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, MS Project) * Consistently exhibits a reliable work ethic and dependability. * Capable of developing and supporting hardware panel designs. * Applies PLC programming skills in standard applications. * Capable of supporting general HMI programming efforts. * Maintains working knowledge of VFDs, servo systems, and drive controllers. * Shows strong awareness of PPE requirements and safety practices. Additional Skills and Experience: * Demonstrates individual resourcefulness in completing tasks. * Capable of supporting internal teams in maintaining project schedules. * Capable of helping keep field teams aligned with project timelines. * Handles customer interactions effectively in both routine and high-pressure situations. * Represents the company and its brands in a professional manner. * Proficient in adapting to changing work schedules and time demands. * Communicates effectively with internal departments (e.g., Shop, CAD, Engraving) to support task completion. Current Hours and Starting Time * Full Time, 40 hours per week. * Overtime may be needed. * Currently Hybrid Work Environment- which includes some time in automotive plants.

What you’ll do

Execute technical assignments with increasing autonomy, delivering reliable hardware and software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, support project schedules and field teams, and communicate effectively with customers and internal departments.

Requirements

Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office, reliability, and the ability to develop or support hardware panel designs, PLC programming, and general HMI programming. Maintain working knowledge of VFDs, servo systems, and drive controllers, follow PPE and safety practices, and adapt to changing schedules and customer needs.

Listed skills

• Reliability · Preferred
• adaptability · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Project
• Hardware Panel Design
• PLC Programming
• HMI Programming
• VFDs
• Servo Systems
• Drive Controllers
• PPE and Safety Practices
• Project Scheduling
• Customer Interaction
• Cross-Functional Communication
• Adaptability
• Reliability
• Software Solutions
• Resourcefulness
• Project Schedules
• Professionalism
• Cross-Functional Coordination
• Programmable Logic Controllers Programming
• Strong Work Ethic
• Microsoft Excel
• Communication
• Microsoft Outlook
• Human Machine Interfaces

Job areas

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Technology
• Security & Safety
• Controls Engineer
• Hardware Engineer (General)
• Electronics Engineers
• Computer Hardware Engineers

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