Controls Engineer- Hardware Design

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Plymouth - 46247

Req ID: 27950

Job Summary

We are seeking an entry-level Industrial Controls Engineer with a focus on system design for custom machinery projects. This role offers hands-on training and mentorship to develop skills in electrical schematics, hardware selection, and control system architecture. Ideal for recent graduates eager to grow in industrial automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing control system architectures for custom machinery.
• Support hardware selection and creation of electrical schematics.
• Help prepare documentation including wiring diagrams and panel layouts.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on design reviews and integration tasks.
• Participate in installation and commissioning under supervision.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (or in progress) or experience in related field.
• Basic understanding of electrical design principles.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical or willingness to learn.
• Strong interest in industrial automation and system design.
• Travel: 30% - 50%
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, ProfiNET).
• Coursework or internship experience in control systems.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  
  

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.