Controls Engineer - Interstates, Inc.

We are seeking a highly skilled Controls Engineer in our Cincinnati or Columbus OH locations to lead the design and execution of complex projects from conception to completion. In this role, you will identify project risks early and proactively develop solutions to mitigate them. As a Controls Engineer, you will take ownership of client relationships, ensuring strong communication and satisfaction throughout the project life-cycle. You will also manage all aspects of simple projects, set priorities, and delegate tasks to team members. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual looking to lead innovative projects and contribute to successful outcomes.

About us: Interstates meets the electrical and automation needs of companies around the world. For over sixty years, we have tackled complex challenges and developed innovative solutions for industrial manufacturing and processing facilities. What started as a small electric company has evolved into an organization with over 1,000 employees and multiple locations throughout the Midwest. At Interstates, we treat each other like family because our team is the foundation for our success. Our collaborative workplace is based on trust, integrity, and support for one another.

Interstates Describes Its Culture as: Family-Like: 

• Caring co-workers treat each other like family
• Be treated like an individual, not just a number
• Flexible schedules allow you to focus on your personal life as well as work-life
• Lunch gatherings and social activities promotes fun and camaraderie
• Support charities and your community through events sponsored and hosted by Interstates

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay so you know you are valued
• 401(k) to help you plan for your future
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with different options to meet your needs
• Vacation so you can focus on you
• Performance Bonus just in time for holiday shopping
• Established Career Paths to help plan your future
• Career Coaches that are focused on your success

Additional Information: The pay range for this position is $76,800 to $105,600  + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by the experience and education required, and level of responsibility. The range posted for this role represents a range that Interstates, in good faith, believes it is willing to pay at the time of this posting. The pay is determined by job related skills, training, education, and experience.

Application End Date: November 30th, 2024

• This role leads all aspects of a project design from the initial concept design through the startup and commissioning process
• Design new control panel products, as needed, meeting specific client criteria.
• Provide technical support to panel tech and field leads with shop and field-related questions.
• Participate in commissioning during First Article Inspection with the client present.
• Assist in root cause analysis of issues, collaborating on continuous improvement efforts and new ideas, adapting to the client’s designs and concepts.
• Act as a technical expert by working through technical issues with the client, then effectively communicating this information to internal delivery teams.
• Build a collaborative relationship with the client through regular communication, follow up, and feedback gathering, while working within their framework.
• Work directly with vendors on a technical level to assist the supply chain team in building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure smooth communication and troubleshooting on technical issues.
• Troubleshoot and train on equipment and installation issues with field staff and technicians.
• Demonstrate new equipment and technologies to train technicians on the latest industry standards.
• Apply creative problem-solving and adaptability to quickly adjust to evolving designs and concepts in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, while consistently delivering valuable solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: B.S. degree from a 4 year ABET Accredited Engineering program. Additionally, should have 5-10 years of experience; or a combination of education and experience. PE License is preferred.

• Experience with CODESYS is a bonus but not a mandatory requirement for this position.
• Control networking experience, particularly with ethernet, fiber, RS485, and similar technologies is a plus.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must have knowledge of electrical terminology and drawing of components and electrical symbols. Knowledge in AutoCAD, Revit, or EPLAN is preferred but not required.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Travel will be required and will vary according to business requirements. Travel should not exceed 25% of your time. As a client-facing position, regular travel to Columbus, OH will be required on an as needed or weekly to bi-weekly basis.