Mfg Engineering Controls & Automation Engineer

About Pure Fishing

Pure Fishing is a global leader in the fishing tackle industry, with a portfolio of iconic brands that includes Abu Garcia®, Berkley®, Fenwick®, Frabill®, PENN®, Pflueger®, Plano®, Savage Gear®, Shakespeare®, SpiderWire®, Ugly Stik®, and many more. The brands that came together to form Pure Fishing were founded by inventors and innovators responsible for many of the advancements in the fishing tackle industry that anglers worldwide benefit from today. Our team of industry-leading experts and our global network of operations and innovation hubs strive to find those next innovations and produce world-class products designed to delight our consumers, strengthen business for our customers, and build love for our brands globally.

But to us fishing is not just about business, it is about time shared with family and friends, for some the peace derived from time on the water or for others the thrill of the battle and satisfaction of the earned triumph, and for all that feeling you get with every catch. We are a passionate team hungry to win while dedicated to creating memorable experiences with our brands and products and helping anglers everywhere have more fun catching more fish. We want your next day on the water to be your best day on the water. At Pure Fishing we have high expectations for Execution, we strive to Empower our people every day, expect and encourage Authenticity.

Controls and Automation Engineer

Join Our Team as a Controls and Automation Engineer at Pure Fishing!

Reel in your dream job and cast your skills into action—join the Pure Fishing team as a Controls and Automation Engineer in Spirit Lake, IA.

What will you do?

Provide technical leadership for the installation, maintenance, and integration of process control equipment within the facility. Oversee and coordinate control system projects in support of site operations, including the selection of control system equipment and instrumentation for capital projects. Specify, design, and install process control systems that support manufacturing operations. This role will report directly to the Engineering Manager.

• Design & Program control systems for new and existing production & facilities processes and systems
• Provide on-site production support to production teams for design, initial start-up, and continuous improvement projects.
• Lead automation system commissioning, startup activities, and continuous improvement initiatives supporting production operations.
• Analyze and recommend improvements to manufacturing processes to improve capacity, reduce labor, and increase uptime, through the use of automation.
• Perform programming changes required to maintain and improve manufacturing processes.
• Communicate production problems with management and attend appropriate meetings as necessary to help solve production issues or conditions that limit the efficient use of machines and tools.
• Support mechanical design efforts related to automation equipment, tooling, and machine modifications using AutoCAD, Solidworks, and other design tools.
• Ensure automation systems comply with company safety requirements and applicable machine and electrical safety standards.
• Provide leadership and supervision for a small team of automation technicians and controls personnel.
  
  

What makes you a great catch?

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred. Equivalent technical training and relevant experience will be considered.
• 5 years of engineering experience supporting, commissioning and troubleshooting PLC/PC industrial control systems (Siemens, Rockwell Systems/Allen Bradley) and their industrial networks (DeviceNet, Profibus, Ethernet I/O)
• Experience with process controls equipment including PLCs, HMI’s, SCADA systems, SQL relational database systems.
• Problem Solving and communication skills
• Analytical and mechanical skills
  
  

What You Will Need To Succeed

• Controls system design, integration, and troubleshooting
• Allen Bradley ControlLogix and MicroLogix PLCs
• Omron PLCs
• PanelView Plus HMIs
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Ethernet/IP and DeviceNet networks
• AutoCAD and SolidWorks
• Electrical panel design and construction
• Industrial equipment design and troubleshooting
• Fanuc robotics and automation systems
  
  

Why You Will Love It Here

• Work alongside a collaborative, quality-focused team dedicated to excellence and innovation.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment where your attention to detail truly makes a difference.
• Enjoy ample opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Play a pivotal role in ensuring customer satisfaction by delivering top-notch products.
  
  

Your Work Environment

• A mix of hands-on work on the manufacturing floor and time spent in an office setting.
• A team-oriented atmosphere where problem-solving is essential.
• Cross-department collaboration to create the best products in the industry.
• Active work requiring standing and walking throughout the facility.
  
  

If you are ready to join a company that is casting out big opportunities, we would love to have you on our team. Let us work together to bring the best fishing products to anglers around the world!