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Controls Engineer

Connexion Systems + Engineering

Wayland, MA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$110,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Automation, Automation Systems, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Communication Systems, Communications Protocols, Compensation and Benefits, Continuous Improvement, Control Engineering, Control Systems, Customer Support/Service, Debugging Skills, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Engineering Drawing, Ethernet, Hardware Configuration Management, Hardware-Software Integration, IP (Internet Protocol), ISA Standards, Identify Issues, Industrial Design, Input/Output, Ladder Logic, Maintenance - Electrical, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Engineering, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Problem Solving Skills, Safety Training, Schematics, Startup, System Integration (SI), System Validation, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Systems Reliability, Team Player, Technical Writing, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Wayland, MA
POSTED
7 days ago
Connexion’s mission is to provide "best in class" services to job seekers. We strive to achieve excellence in job placement, staffing, and recruiting services, while treating candidates with the professionalism and respect they deserve.

Title: Controls Engineer
Hiring Organization: Connexion Systems & Engineering

Compensation, Benefits, and Employment Type
  • Duration: Direct Hire / Full-time
  • Pay rate: $100,000 - $110,000/year (based on experience)
  • Job Location: Wayland, MA
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, 1st shift
  • Job#: bh18520

Description:
We are seeking a Controls Engineer to support the design, integration, troubleshooting, and commissioning of advanced automation systems. This role is responsible for electrical design, control system development, and hands-on problem solving for custom automation cells and standard machine offerings.

The Controls Engineer will serve as a critical technical resource, bridging CNC machines, robotic systems, and third-party integrated equipment through control logic, communication infrastructure, and system validation. This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys hands-on work, solving complex automation challenges, and collaborating across engineering and manufacturing teams.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and develop complete electrical control schematics for custom automation cells and standard machinery using CAD software.
  • Create, program, and modify industrial control logic, including ladder logic, to manage machine communication, I/O systems, and integrated equipment.
  • Design and configure electrical hardware systems, including safety circuits, HMIs, sensors, actuators, and related components.
  • Troubleshoot complex electrical, software, and hardware issues during system build, debug, installation, and commissioning.
  • Support in-house system validation and assist with customer-site start-up and integration activities.
  • Travel to customer facilities to provide commissioning, troubleshooting, and service support.
  • Collaborate with mechanical engineers, technicians, machinists, and external automation partners to ensure successful system integration.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, component specifications, and control descriptions.
  • Support continuous improvement efforts related to automation performance and system reliability.

Required Qualifications & Skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related technical discipline.
  • Experience designing and troubleshooting industrial control systems, automation equipment, or machine systems.
  • Strong proficiency with electrical schematic design and CAD drafting.
  • Experience programming industrial control logic, including ladder logic and I/O management.
  • Hands-on troubleshooting experience with electrical systems, wiring, controls hardware, and software integration.
  • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP and Profinet.
  • Ability to read, interpret, modify, and create engineering drawings and technical documentation.
  • Strong understanding of industrial electrical standards and safety requirements (NFPA 79 experience preferred).
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with CNC machine integration, robotic automation, or custom machinery.
  • Familiarity with FANUC robots or similar robotic systems.
  • Experience supporting equipment installation and commissioning at customer sites.
  • Certifications such as ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) are a plus.

Additional Details
  • Travel Requirements: Approximately 25% domestic travel to customer sites
  • Employment Type: Full-time, permanent opportunity

If you are a hands-on Controls Engineer who enjoys designing, troubleshooting, and commissioning innovative automation systems, this is an opportunity to make a direct impact on advanced manufacturing technology.

Please use the apply button to submit your resume for consideration. A Connexion Representative will contact you shortly.

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About the Company

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Connexion Systems + Engineering

Connexion is an award-winning professional staffing firm that strives to be the unrivaled staffing solution for job seekers by expertly connecting talent with opportunity.  Over the last 20 years Connexion has built the most admired team of staffing experts in the industry.  We give back, change lives and offer unconditional support to the candidates we represent.

Put Connexion's 20 years of experience to work for you! Our professionals have unrivaled relationships and contacts with the hiring managers, human resources team and decision makers at the most desirable companies to work for.

Don't let your resume get lost in an inbox, Connexion's recruiting team will advocate on your behalf to get you the job you want

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1999
WEBSITE
https://www.csetalent.com/

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