What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Hardware Engineer position at Balance Technology Inc (BTI)?
We are a leading manufacturer of precision measurement and testing equipment, and we are looking for a Controls Hardware Engineer to join our growing team. If you enjoy designing, detailing, and seeing your work come to life in real machines, we want to hear from you!
Who We’re Looking For:
- 2 years of experience designing industrial control systems, preferably for custom machinery or automation systems
- Proficient in EPLAN (preferred) and/or AutoCAD Electrical for control panel and schematic design
- Experience designing electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and other power delivery systems
- Familiar with UL, NFPA79, or IEC standards for industrial control panels
- Comfortable collaborating with mechanical and software teams during the machine design lifecycle
- Experience with machine wiring, hardware selection, and bills of material is a plus
- Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and VFDs is helpful but not required
Preferred (but not required):
- Technical degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or similar
- Experience supporting machine builds or troubleshooting wiring in the field
- Exposure to machine safety design, lockout/tagout systems, or risk assessments
Job Duties:
- Design control panels, schematics, and system layouts using EPLAN (preferred) and/or AutoCAD Electrical
- Create electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic diagrams to support custom machine builds
- Select components including fuses, breakers, relays, valves, and sensors based on application and standards
- Collaborate with mechanical and controls engineers to ensure seamless system integration
- Provide support during machine builds, wiring checks, and commissioning
- Maintain up-to-date documentation and BOMs throughout the project lifecycle
What We Value:
- Precision and clarity in your design work
- Practical understanding of how systems are built and wired on the shop floor
- Proactive problem-solving and attention to detail
- Clear communication with team members and vendors
- Pride in delivering reliable, build-ready documentation
Why You’ll Like Working Here:
- Small, skilled team where your contributions matter
- Interesting, custom machine projects—not the same thing every day
- Opportunity to grow into system-level design or multi-disciplinary engineering
Apply Today!
Send your resume — and if you have a sample drawing set or project portfolio, even better. We’d love to hear about the machines and systems you’ve helped bring to life.