What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer (Controls) position at MDS Staffing?
Anoka, Minnesota
IDj-15117
Job TypeDirect Hire
Compensation$80000 - $140000 / yr
What You Will Experience In This Role
IDj-15117
Job TypeDirect Hire
Compensation$80000 - $140000 / yr
What You Will Experience In This Role
- Implement, debug, and maintain the machine controls architecture/performance for all site automation. Specific areas of focus include PLC logic, HMI interfaces, and industrial communication networks.
- Upon assignment, support site-wide optimization tasks tied to automation. Areas of focus include up-time, equipment throughput, and overall product quality of all mechanized equipment.
- Upon assignment, support NPI automation initiatives to ensure appropriate product and equipment introduction into operations. Assist in equipment procurement and integration, including reviewing specifications, supporting FAT/SAT activities, and collaborating with machine builders.
- Collaborate with production controls engineering to transition new equipment into sustained production support.
- Develop and maintain data acquisition and logging systems, ensuring accurate tracking of test results and equipment performance.
- Support helium leak testing and functional testing by implementing control logic, sequencing, and safety interlocks for complex electro-mechanical systems.
- Apply modular design principles to controls architecture, code structure, and hardware layouts to improve maintainability and scalability.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or other related technical degree required.
- 5 years of experience in controls engineering, automation engineering, or production test system development preferred.
- Hands on experience with PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, CAN, etc.).
- Strong background in instrumentation and electro-mechanical systems.
- Experience supporting or implementing end-of-line test systems in a production environment.
- Familiarity with capital equipment, automation hardware, and machine builder collaboration.
- Working knowledge of database systems used for test data collection.
- Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and a passion for building reliable automated systems.
- Exposure to helium leak testing is a plus.
Salary : $80,000 - $140,000