Sr. Controls Engineer

States Manufacturing LLC

Champlin, MN

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$150,000–$166,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Alternative Energy, Analysis Skills, Automation, Budget Management, Business Solutions, Communication Skills, Communications Protocols, Continuous Improvement, Control Engineering, Control Systems, Cost Estimates, Cross-Functional, Data Storage, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Electricity, Emerging Technology, Engineering, Ethernet, Health Insurance, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Industry/Trade Analysis, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Manufacturing, Mechanical Design, Microsoft Office, Network Operations Center, On Site Support, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Development, Product Support, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project Estimates, Project Schedule, Project/Program Coordination, Proposal Writing, Quality Metrics, Safety/Work Safety, Software Configuration Management, Software Design, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), System Integration (SI), Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Champlin, MN
POSTED
3 days ago
### Job Duties Description: Sr. Controls Engineer Champlin, MN Description Job Summary: We are seeking a Controls Engineer to oversees and leads the development of PLC and HMI programs for safe, effective, and efficient operation of Forgent products and processes while meeting and exceeding company quality and production standards and customer documentation and delivery requirements. Job Duties and Responsibilities: • Design, develop, and support programming for control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and related devices, ensuring projects remain on schedule and within budget in a fast-paced engineering environment. • Review and interpret customer requirements and project specifications, providing clear guidance to engineering and design teams. • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve design, quality, and manufacturing issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives. • Develop training materials, documentation, procedures, and work instructions to support the growth and capability of engineering and technical teams. • Stay current with industry trends, new technologies, and emerging products to support ongoing product development efforts. • Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, suppliers, vendors, and external partners. • Provide field support for technical and commercial needs, with occasional local and limited domestic travel as required. • Follow all company safety policies, quality standards, and housekeeping procedures. Required Skills and Abilities: • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or related technical discipline (or equivalent technical training and experience) • 5+ years of engineering experience with a focus on control systems, automation, or related technologies • Working knowledge of common industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet-based protocols, etc.) • Ability to coordinate and manage technical aspects of customer projects • Experience preparing technical proposals or supporting product/project cost estimates • Strong relationship-building skills with customers, suppliers, and internal teams • Proficiency with standard business software (Microsoft Office Suite) • Hands-on experience with PLC and HMI programming platforms • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with SCADA systems or system integration tools • Familiarity with utility, power, or industrial software tools or configuration platforms • Experience with protective relays, automation devices, or related configuration software • Broad understanding of electrical, mechanical, and software design principles • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines • Experience in industries such as renewable energy, energy storage, data centers, or emerging power technologies is a plus Skills and Competancy: • Controls Engineering Expertise • Technical Problem-Solving • Analytical Thinking • Communication & Collaboration • Project Coordination • Training & Documentation Development • Process Improvement Mindset • Interpersonal Skills • Attention to Detail • Adaptability & Continuous Learning • Confidentiality & Professionalism Benefits: • PTO/ESST • Paid holidays • $100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance • Paid Weekly • Vision and Dental Insurance • 401K / Life Insurance / STD Requirements: Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/qNbqxyc4AmolqTbrgFMAyA PI285400585 ### Minimum Education Required College ### Minimum Experience Required 5 years ### Shift First (Day) ### Number of Openings 1 ### Compensation $150,000.00 - $166,000.00 / Annually ### Postal Code 55316 ### Job Type Full Time ### Place of Work On-site ### Requisition ID 22959 ### Job Benefits Health Insurance

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States Manufacturing LLC