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Electrical Project Controls Engineer Jobs in Minnesota

InCompass

Controls Engineer II

Osseo, MN · On-site

$85K - $105K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CONTROLS ENGINEER II Timesavers LLC - Maple Grove, MN Full-Time | First Shift | On-Site Salary: $85 ... Design and develop electrical control systems for new and existing industrial machinery. * Develop ...

DARCEO Inc

Automation Controls Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$85K - $125K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Automation Controls Engineer POSITION DESCRIPTION NUMBER: HR-097-MN DEPARTMENT: Engineering REPORTS ... large-scale project. He/she is recognized as proficient in their field such as electrical and ...

nVent

Controls Engineer

Anoka, MN · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. As a Controls Engineer supporting our Manufacturing ...

nVent

Controls Engineer

Anoka, MN · On-site

$76K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or other related technical degree required. * Ideally 5+ years of experience in controls engineering, automation ...

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering

Controls Engineer

Eden Prairie, MN · On-site

$80K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This person will be responsible for controls engineering project requirements involving control ... Electrical Engineering is preferred). Experience Three to Ten years of experience in the areas ...

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nVent

Controls Engineer

Anoka, MN

$76K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or other related technical degree required. * Ideally 5+ years of experience in controls engineering, automation ...

Actalent

Controls Engineer

South Saint Paul, MN

$85K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The position offers opportunities to work on diverse automation projects, collaborate with cross ... Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a ...

Rolls-Royce Corporation

Controls Engineer Specialist

Mankato, MN · On-site

$114K - $185K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work within a global electrical engineering organization and co-ordinate with global team in respective projects * Assist all areas of company with controls related issues * Devise strategic plans ...

Rolls-Royce

Controls Engineer Specialist

Mankato, MN · On-site

$114K - $185K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work within a global electrical engineering organization and co-ordinate with global team in respective projects * Assist all areas of company with controls related issues * Devise strategic plans ...

Wunderlich-Malec

Controls Engineer

Eden Prairie, MN · Hybrid

$80K - $150K/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This person will be responsible for controls engineering project requirements involving control ... Electrical Engineering is preferred). Experience Three to Ten years of experience in the areas ...

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What is an electrical project controls engineer?

Electrical Project Controls Engineers are professionals who oversee and manage the planning, scheduling, budgeting, and progress tracking of electrical engineering projects. They ensure that the project's electrical aspects are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications. Their responsibilities often include cost estimation, risk analysis, schedule development, and performance reporting. These engineers work closely with project managers, electricians, and other engineering specialists to coordinate tasks and resolve issues as they arise.

What are some common challenges faced by electrical project controls engineers during large-scale projects?

Electrical Project Controls Engineers often encounter challenges such as coordinating schedules between multiple contractors, managing changes to project scope, and ensuring that budgets remain on track despite unexpected delays or material costs. Navigating tight deadlines while maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards requires strong organizational and communication skills. Collaborating closely with project managers, engineers, and field teams is crucial to successfully address these issues and keep projects moving forward efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an electrical project controls engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Electrical Project Controls Engineer, you need a strong background in electrical engineering principles, project management, cost control, and a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with project management software like Primavera P6 or MS Project, as well as proficiency in cost estimation tools and scheduling systems, is typically required. Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help professionals coordinate teams and manage project timelines. These competencies ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the required technical standards.

What is the difference between Electrical Project Controls Engineer vs Electrical Estimator?

AspectElectrical Project Controls EngineerElectrical Estimator
CredentialsRelevant engineering certifications, project management experienceEstimating certifications, construction or electrical background
Work EnvironmentProject sites, engineering offices, project management teamsPre-construction, bidding, and proposal offices
Industry UsageConstruction, power, industrial projectsElectrical contracting, construction bidding

The Electrical Project Controls Engineer focuses on project scheduling, budgeting, and progress tracking, ensuring projects stay on track. In contrast, the Electrical Estimator primarily prepares cost estimates for electrical projects during the bidding phase. Both roles are essential in electrical construction but serve different stages of project execution and planning.

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Controls Engineer II

InCompass

Osseo, MN • On-site

$85K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description


CONTROLS ENGINEER II

Timesavers LLC – Maple Grove, MN

Full-Time | First Shift | On-Site
Salary: $85,000–$105,000 annually, DOQE

Reports To: Engineering Manager

Join the Timesavers Team

Timesavers LLC is looking for a Controls Engineer II to join our Engineering team in Maple Grove, Minnesota.

Timesavers designs and manufactures industrial sanding, deburring, finishing, and material-processing equipment for customers throughout North America and around the world. This position is an excellent opportunity for controls engineer who enjoys the complete equipment-development process—from designing and programming controls to getting hands-on with the machine during startup, testing, and troubleshooting.


As a Controls Engineer II, you will design, develop, program, test, and support electrical control systems for our industrial machinery. You will work closely with Mechanical Engineering, Product Development, Manufacturing, Electrical Assembly, and Service to develop reliable, safe, and user-friendly equipment.


We are looking for someone with strong experience in either Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley OR Siemens PLC and HMI platforms. You do not need to be an expert in both. Experience with both platforms is a plus.

What You'll Do

  • Design and develop electrical control systems for new and existing industrial machinery.
  • Develop, modify, document, and troubleshoot PLC programs.
  • Develop and maintain HMI applications for machine operation, diagnostics, alarms, and system status.
  • Program and configure VFDs, motor controls, sensors, safety systems, and other automation components.
  • Develop machine control architecture including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motors, sensors, I/O systems, safety devices, and industrial networks.
  • Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, I/O lists, and controls documentation.
  • Participate in machine startup, commissioning, testing, and validation on the manufacturing floor.
  • Troubleshoot electrical, controls, software, communication, and machine-performance issues.
  • Work directly with Electrical Assemblers and Manufacturing personnel to resolve controls and wiring issues during machine builds.
  • Support factory acceptance testing and ensure controls-related issues are resolved prior to shipment.
  • Collaborate with Mechanical and Product Development Engineers on new products and machine-platform improvements.
  • Support redesign and modernization of existing control systems and legacy equipment.
  • Identify opportunities to improve machine performance, reliability, safety, serviceability, and ease of operation.
  • Provide technical support to Manufacturing, Service, and customers.
  • Occasionally support customer installations, machine startups, commissioning, and troubleshooting in the field.

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related discipline preferred.
  • An associate degree in a related technical field combined with significant relevant controls experience may also be considered.
  • 3–5+ years of controls engineering, industrial automation, or related experience preferred.
  • Experience with industrial machinery, automated equipment, OEM capital equipment, or similar manufacturing systems strongly preferred.
  • Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting skills.
  • Experience developing and configuring HMIs.
  • Knowledge of VFDs, AC motors, sensors, I/O systems, machine safety, and industrial communications.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
  • Strong machine startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with Engineering, Manufacturing, Electrical Assembly, and Service.
  • Comfortable working both at a computer and hands-on with equipment on the manufacturing floor.

Controls Experience – Allen-Bradley OR Siemens

We are seeking candidates with strong experience in at least one of the following controls platforms:

Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley

  • ControlLogix and/or CompactLogix PLCs
  • Studio 5000 / Logix Designer
  • FactoryTalk HMI applications
  • Allen-Bradley VFDs and related controls hardware
  • EtherNet/IP communications

OR – Siemens

  • SIMATIC S7 PLCs, including S7-1200 and/or S7-1500
  • Siemens TIA Portal
  • Siemens HMI / WinCC applications
  • Siemens drives and related controls hardware
  • PROFINET communications


Experience with both Rockwell/Allen-Bradley and Siemens is a plus, but it is not required. Candidates who are highly proficient with one platform and willing to learn the other are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Experience

  • Custom industrial machinery or OEM capital equipment
  • Machine safety systems and safety PLC concepts
  • Electrical control-panel design
  • Machine commissioning and factory acceptance testing
  • Integrated electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and controls troubleshooting
  • Industrial communication networks including EtherNet/IP and PROFINET
  • Servo and motion-control systems
  • Working directly with manufacturing and electrical assembly teams
  • Supporting installed equipment and field-service technicians

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid holidays
  • Company-paid and voluntary insurance benefits
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability benefits
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Stable, full-time employment with an established industrial equipment manufacturer
  • Hands-on engineering environment where you can see your designs and programs come to life on actual equipment

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to alternate between sitting, standing, and walking throughout the workday.
  • Regular use of a computer and engineering/programming equipment.
  • Ability to work in and around industrial machinery during programming, startup, and troubleshooting.
  • Occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and climb steps or ladders to access equipment.
  • Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
  • Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety footwear.

Work Environment

This position works in both an engineering office and industrial manufacturing environment. Regularly spend time on the production floor programming, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting industrial equipment.

This is an ideal opportunity for an engineer who enjoys more than sitting behind a desk. You'll have the opportunity to design the controls, write the program, see the machine being built, and work directly with the equipment to make it perform.

Apply Today

If you have strong industrial controls experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation or Siemens and enjoy solving real-world engineering and automation challenges, we would like to hear from you.

Timesavers LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.