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Controls Engineer

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Optimal Inc.

Wentzville, MO (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 4 days ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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Job Description

Controls Engineer Optimal Inc. - 3.0 Wentzville, MO Job Details Contract 7 hours ago Qualifications Electrical automation system implementation Electrical drafting for automation projects PLC-based control system operation Staff supervision Software engineering On-site technical support Human-machine interface (HMI) systems Control panels Electrical drafting for control systems projects Team supervision Electrical control panels Machine troubleshooting CAD design (engineering design task) System design Mid-level Industrial electrical systems User training (technical support) Industrial equipment troubleshooting System design for system development Bachelor's degree Design engineering Pneumatic systems Motor control equipment Electrical drafting for industrial equipment projects Hydraulics Ladder logic (LD) 2 years Piping diagrams drawing Design (software development lifecycle)
Debugging Full Job Description Job Summary:
The main function of a controls engineer is to initiate control system design from written sequences of operation. A typical controls engineer is responsible for designing complex piping and wiring diagrams along with providing technical support across various control systems projects.
Job Responsibilities:
Engineer and design pneumatic piping diagrams. Engineer and design electrical wiring diagrams. Engineer and design hydraulic piping diagrams. Design electrical control panels. Design programmable logic controller software. Design programmable human machine interface (HMI) software. Tryout, debug and provide start-up support for control systems. Provide technical support for installation of tools and equipment. Provide technical support for training of plant personnel. Travel to plant sites as required.
Skills:
Proficient with application of programmable machine controls hardware and software. Proficient with application of Servo drive hardware and software. Proficient with AutoCAD. Familiarity with basic electrical standards. Familiarity with basic safety standards. Capable of supervision.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in a technical field. 2-4 years of experience required.
Hiring Manager's Top Skills:
Ladder logic programming Experience working in industrial environment and working with automation Troubleshooting experience
Shift Details:
This role has the capacity to be a 7-day schedule!!!! This role could be any of the 3 shifts. Mon-Fri. Weekends Saturday and Sunday included. 1st shift 5:30AM-3PM 2nd Shift 1:30PM-11:00PM 3rd Shift 9:30PM-7AM.