Controls Engineer

What you'll get to do

• Develop control system architectures and schematics for new and revised products.
• Design and specify electrical panels, enclosures, wiring harnesses, I/O layouts, and component selection for production and serviceability.
• Create and maintain electrical (AC & DC power, control) schematics, and work with other designers/engineers to release backplane assembly and wire harness drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and manufacturing work instructions.
• Develop and troubleshoot Carel PLC software for chiller control.
• Ensure control panel and system designs meet UL requirements (e.g. UL60335-2-40) and support UL certification/submission activities; coordinate with testing labs or certifying bodies as needed.
• Perform risk assessments, design reviews, and DFMEA for control systems; implement safety controls and interlocks per applicable standards.
• Support product validation: develop test plans, perform commissioning, debug field issues, and iterate designs for manufacturability and reliability.
• Collaborate with mechanical and manufacturing teams to balance cost, manufacturability, and performance for low-to-mid volume production.
• Provide technical support for customers and field service teams; create troubleshooting guides and training material.
• Work with suppliers and manufacturing to support production ramp-up, product & process development, and cost reduction.
• Create / process Engineering Change Requests (ECR’s) and Orders (ECO’s).
• Troubleshoot field and production issues; provide root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Ensure product designs meet applicable regulatory, safety, and quality standards.
• Support project planning, schedule tracking, design reviews, and documentation.

What will make you successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in controls engineering or related role, focused on product design for low-to-mid volume manufacturing.
• Hands-on PLC programming experience (Carel, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent); HMI/SCADA development experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of UL certification process and UL panel-building requirements (e.g. UL508A).
• Proficient with electrical CAD/schematic tools (EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar) and experience producing manufacturing documentation.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, etc.).
• Strong troubleshooting and commissioning skills; experience with on-site commissioning is a plus.
• Demonstrated competence with specifying industrial control components: motor starters, VFDs, contactors, relays, safety devices, and enclosures.
• Clear technical writing skills and experience creating BOMs, wiring diagrams, and build instructions.
• Excellent problem solving, collaboration and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with UL submission paperwork and working directly with testing labs.
• Experience with low-to-mid volume manufacturing processes and DFM for electrical assemblies.
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems and version control.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Rockwell/Siemens, NFPA 79 knowledge, safety certifications).
• Hands-on prototyping and/or test experience.
• Background in Lean Product Development principles & tools.
• Basic budgeting and cost containment skills.
• Basic understanding of ISO 9000 (or similar quality system) design requirements
• Resilience working in a fast-paced, evolving startup environment with shifting priorities

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and work with prototype hardware.