Controls Engineer

Valmont Industries, Inc.

Controls Engineer responsible for design, development, and support of industrial automation systems at Valmont. Enhancing manufacturing processes and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeValley • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing, programming, and supporting PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for industrial automation, with a strong focus on safety standards and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PLC ProgrammingHMI/SCADA Systems SupportIndustrial NetworkingAutoCAD Electrical ProficiencyIndustry 4.0/IIoT Exposure

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Hard Skills

Controls EngineeringMotion Control ProgrammingRobotics SupportVision Systems IntegrationElectrical Schematics DevelopmentRoot Cause AnalysisStructured Programming (Python, C#, SQL)FAT/SAT ValidationMachine Safeguarding PracticesCapital Project Support

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingTroubleshootingCommunicationIndependent WorkCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AutoCAD ElectricalAllen-Bradley PLCSiemens PLCSCADA SystemsIndustrial Automation Equipment

Industry Keywords

Industrial AutomationManufacturing ProcessesHeavy ManufacturingMetals ProcessingSafety Standards (ISO 13849, IEC 62061, ANSI/RIA)

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Controls Engineer is responsible for the design, development, programming, and support of industrial automation and control systems used in advanced manufacturing processes.
This role supports capital projects and plant automation initiatives from concept through commissioning, working under the guidance of senior engineers.
The Controls Engineer contributes to reliable, safe, and efficient operation of automated equipment while continuing to build technical depth in PLCs, robotics, motion control, and industrial networking.
Design, program, and support PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for manufacturing equipment.
Participate in capital projects including laser cutting, robotic welding, material handling, and automated fabrication systems.
Develop control logic, IO configurations, HMI screens, and supporting documentation in alignment with engineering standards.
Support system testing, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and start-up activities at manufacturing sites.
Assist with electrical schematics, IO lists, and controls documentation using AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent tools.
Apply industrial safety standards and best practices, including machine safeguarding, safety PLCs, interlocks, and risk assessments.
Support compliance with applicable standards under guidance of senior engineers.
Assist with validation activities (FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ/PQ) as required.
Program and troubleshoot motion control systems, servos, and industrial networks.
Support robotic systems including basic programming, troubleshooting, and integration.
Assist with vision systems for part presence, inspection, or guidance applications.
Participate in implementation of basic Industry 4.0 / IIoT initiatives such as machine connectivity and data collection.
Troubleshoot automation and controls issues to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
Perform root cause analysis of recurring issues and implement corrective actions.
Partner with manufacturing and maintenance teams to identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, and productivity.
Contribute to continuous improvement and standardization efforts across manufacturing sites.

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S or A.S, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related Technology Field
3-5 years of controls engineering with demonstrated success in industrial automation projects
Hands-on experience with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent).
Experience supporting HMI/SCADA systems.
Understanding of industrial networks, motion control, robotics, and vision systems.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent for electrical design.
Basic knowledge of safety standards (ISO 13849, IEC 62061, ANSI/RIA) and machine safeguarding practices.
Exposure to Industry 4.0/IIoT platforms (data collection, analytics, predictive maintenance).
Familiarity with structured programming (Python, C#, SQL) for integration with IT/OT systems & data solutions.
Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently on high-visibility, high-capital projects with global impact.
Experience in steel fabrication, welding, forming, cutting, and assembly
Background in heavy manufacturing, metals processing, or large capital equipment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
401k retirement plan with company match
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
Work Life Support
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more