Controls Engineer

As a Controls Engineer at General Refrigeration Company, you are responsible for supporting the design, implementation, commissioning, and ongoing optimization of industrial control and automation systems used in refrigeration and mechanical projects. This role focuses on controls design, system integration, troubleshooting, and coordination and does not require PLC or BAS programming. You will work closely with project engineers, project managers, vendors, and field teams to ensure control systems are designed correctly, installed properly, and perform as intended.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Support the design and layout of control systems for industrial refrigeration and mechanical systems, including control panels, field devices, sensors, and network architecture.
• Review and interpret electrical schematics, control drawings, sequences of operation, and equipment submittals to ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Coordinate with third-party controls vendors, BAS providers, and equipment manufacturers on system design, integration, and startup activities.
• Assist with system commissioning, functional testing, and verification of control sequences in the field.
• Troubleshoot control system issues involving sensors, actuators, wiring, communication networks, and system logic (without modifying or writing code).
• Serve as a technical resource for field technicians and service teams related to control system operation and diagnostics.
• Participate in design reviews and recommend improvements to enhance reliability, safety, energy efficiency, and maintainability.
• Ensure control systems comply with applicable codes, standards, and internal engineering guidelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including control narratives, I/O lists, as-built drawings, and system manuals.
• Support retrofit and modernization projects by evaluating existing control systems and recommending upgrades or improvements.
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to industrial controls, automation, and building systems.

Qualifications and Required Experience

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong working knowledge of industrial control systems, electrical components, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Experience supporting PLC-based or BAS systems without direct programming responsibility.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, control diagrams, and sequences of operation.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting control and automation systems in industrial or commercial environments.
• Familiarity with industry standards and codes (e.g., NEC, UL, ASME, OSHA).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with engineering, operations, vendors, and field personnel.

Physical Requirements:

• Good visual acuity (with or without corrective lenses) is essential for reading detailed drawings and working with complex software interfaces.
• Prolonged screen time may lead to eye strain, so regular breaks and proper lighting are important.
• Manual dexterity
• Sitting and posture for extended periods of time
• Mobility to visit sites or production floors (which could include standing, climbing, stairs and wearing protective gear).