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Controls Engineer

ProMach Careers
Oakland, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/6/2026

Continue Your Career as a Controls Engineer in a Growing Company

Did you love building as a kid? Do you enjoy taking something apart, just to figure out how to put it back together? Do you geek out on robots? Our engineers drive packaging innovation, creating new ways to improve – and increase – performance. We’re passionate about designing custom equipment that exceeds our customers’ expectations. Our engineers partner closely not only with our customers, but also with peers across sales, manufacturing, and assembly.

We offer rewarding, challenging opportunities throughout the world, across multiple packaging segments. If you’re excited by how machines work and want to make them better, we want to talk to you.

Do we have your attention? Keep reading.

The Controls Engineer will contribute to the success of the company by designing, coding, and testing control systems for pressure sensitive labelers and integrated labeling systems for automated production lines in the packaging industry.  Our Oakland Manufacturing Facility supports critical industries, including Pharmaceutical, Food and Beverage manufacturing.  This position reports to the Engineering Manager.  

Are you intrigued by this work?

  • Develop and maintain control system designs, schematics, and BOMs for pressure sensitive labeling systems
  • Code, test, and debug/troubleshoot PLC & HMI programs 
  • Provide technical support for FATs, on-site installation, and after-sales support (troubleshooting both in field and over the phone)
  • Manage electrical / controls portions of all non-standard projects
  • Work with panel shop technicians to ensure that assembly, wiring, installation, and operation of control panels and electrical systems conform to quality standards, applicable codes, and customer requirements
  • Handle component selection and specification
  • Provide support to sales for equipment selection, hardware pricing, and labor estimates for customized products
  • Write validation and design specification documentation as required
  • Travel up to 10% to customer sites

 

What’s in it for you?

There's no monopoly on innovative ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people are happy and choose to build a career.

In addition to growth opportunities, as a ProMach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. The education and experience you bring to a role with us matter. Placement within our salary range is determined based upon years of directly relatable experience for your position. These components, along with local and national compensation survey data, contribute to deciding a candidate's potential starting rate of pay.

Total compensation includes your pay, potential short-term incentive opportunities, comprehensive medical/dental/vision programs, as well as life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off programs, a retirement savings plan with a company match, and a wellness program. And because we understand the importance of feeling protected, there is no waiting period for benefits – you are eligible on your first day of employment!

Base Salary Range: $100,000.00-$125,000.00/yr 

 

Who we’re looking for?

  • BS in Engineering (Electrical or Computer Engineering preferred)
  • 5 years of Controls Engineering experience
  • Strong PLC programming skills (Allen Bradley/Rockwell, Keyence, Panasonic, others)
  • Proficient in RsLogix/Studio5000, AutoCAD, MS Office, FactoryTalk View
  • Experience with Vision Systems (e.g. Cognex) a plus
  • Strong Mechanical Aptitude
  • Experience controlling sensors, actuators, pneumatics, stepper/servo motors, VFD drives
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Knowledge of NEC, UL, NEMA, CE, NFPA 79, PMMI, and relevant ISO/EN standard

 

Pro Mach, Inc. was named to the Inc. 5,000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. seven times. We continue to introduce innovative products, enter new markets, expand our global presence, and actively acquire new capabilities.

We have the rewards, opportunities, and the market strength of a large organization combined with the entrepreneurial culture of a small, fast-paced company. You will enjoy the benefits of working with a growing company that competes globally, with the personal touch and feel of a smaller company where you can make an impact every day.

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ProMach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pro Mach uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all new hires to work in the United States. Pro Mach is a drug-free workplace. 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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Salary : $100,000 - $125,000

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