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Control Systems Developer I

Interstates, Inc.
Brainerd, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 11/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026
Overview

Welcome to a career that is built to last.

 

At Interstates, we look for people who are collaborative, dependable, and built with integrity, because a career with us means you’re joining our family. We are currently seeking a Control Systems Developer I will be responsible for control systems programming and implementation for our manufacturing clientele.  Interstates seeks ambitious, innovative individuals with the ability to grow and maintain value-added relationships with our team and external customers.    If you are an Control Systems Developer I who wants to be a part of a world-class team, that is focused on making a difference and pursuing a better way, then check out the job posting below!

 

Who We Are

 

Thrive in a Values-Driven Environment

Our core values were engineered to build relationships that make a difference in the lives of our teams, clients, and community. What do our values mean to you?
     ● Dependability
     ● Integrity
     ● Trust
     ● Quality
     ● Family

 

Company Culture that Puts You First

We promote an environment of caring co-workers that treat each other like family. We vow to uphold excellent safety standards and foster supportive teams that put you and your family first. At Interstates, this means:


     ● Being treated and valued as a person
     ● Providing opportunities for education and personalized careers paths leading to professional growth
     ● Having a flexible schedule that allows you to balance your personal life with work
     ● Receiving opportunities for team engagement through social gatherings
     ● Supporting charities and the community with Interstates-sponsored events

 

What Drives Us

For seventy years, our people-centered approach has empowered us to navigate complex challenges and develop innovative solutions for our clients. Our 'why' gives us direction and motivation. It has guided us to where we are today. We are driven to provide opportunities for our people, make a difference with our clients and communities, and pursue a better way.

 

While every day is a little unique, click here to check out a day in the life with Interstates.

 

Pay range: $70,000.00 to $87,000.00


Responsibilities

Prosper at Interstates

 

What You’ll Be Doing

  • PLC Programming, Troubleshooting and Project Documentation
  • Work within project teams consisting of clients, electrical engineers, control system programmers, and information system programmers to deliver integrated automation solutions.
  • Launch projects on-site while being available for troubleshooting, support, and training
  • General client interaction and relationship-building
  • Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Expertise for this Role

  • Bachelor's degree (B.A., B.S.) from four-year college or university with an emphasis in some branch of Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, etc.) or Associate’s degree (A.A., A.S.) from a two-year community college or technical school with an emphasis in Instrumentation and Controls preferred. 
  • Or equivalent combination of education and related experience/training
  • Experience in programming in the Industrial Environment, implementing Industrial Control Software (Startup) and experience in dealing with customers regarding system requirements
  • Experience with object oriented programming, user interface development, database systems, and system integration

Preferred skills or industry knowledge

  • Value-add Ag such as: Ethanol, Seed Oil, Petfood
  • Food & Bev
  • Continuous Process

Benefits You Can Depend On

In addition to highly competitive pay and quality benefits, Interstates strives to offer opportunities for education and career development, empowering you to have a career that’s built to last. Some of our benefits include:

  • Competitive pay
  • Bonus incentives
  • 401(k)
  • Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • PTO and Holiday Pay
  • Disability and Life Insurance
  • Advancement Opportunities

Location and Travel

This position and individual will be based out of Brainerd, MN and the amount of travel will vary according to business requirements (may be up to 35%).  


Interstates is an Equal Opportunity/AA Employer and provides a drug-free work environment.

Salary : $70,000 - $87,000

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