Job Title: Controls Engineer
Location: Eden Prairie
Job Summary
We are seeking a Software / Controls Engineer to design, develop, and support software, PLC, and electrical controls for semi‑automated and automated production equipment. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy building systems from the ground up, working close to manufacturing operations, and troubleshooting complex motion, vision, and automation challenges.
The Software / Controls Engineer will be responsible for developing controls solutions that integrate PLC, vision systems, robotics, and electrical components to support production and in‑process quality checks.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and support software, PLC, and electrical controls for semi‑automated and automated equipment
- Design and implement PLC programs from scratch, including motion control, vision integration, and system logic
- Debug, troubleshoot, and optimize existing software and controls systems on the production floor
- Develop and maintain control systems involving PLC, vision systems, electrical hardware, and robotics
- Program and integrate robotic systems (e.g., Epson or similar industrial robots)
- Develop vision system setups to perform in‑process inspection and quality checks
- Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure reliable and efficient automation solutions
- Support equipment commissioning, testing, production ramp-up, and sustainment
- Document software, electrical schematics, and system changes following engineering standards
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience working with industrial automation or production equipment
- Strong experience developing and debugging PLC code
- Hands-on experience with Allen‑Bradley (AB) PLCs
- Experience with motion control and vision systems
- Proficiency in Python or similar scripting language for automation or data handling
- Experience working with electrical controls and industrial automation systems
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a production environment
GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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