Controls Engineer

Job description

Job Title: Controls Engineer Posting Start Date: 6/11/2026 Division: Lumber & Millwork Posting Area: Engineering + Maintenance Job Location: Fruitland, ID Job Summary: The Controls Engineer will plan, oversee and coordinate activities concerned with development, design, construction, modification, maintenance of equipment and machinery in an industrial plant. They will partner with mechanical engineers, line and plant managers, to design, develop, and commission PLC based automated control systems. They will also provide field service systems integration and technical consultation for customers in the areas of system design, programming, installation, start-up, maintenance, repair, training and modification of automated control systems and power management systems. Systems will include controls, interfaces, motor control centers, diagnostics, and safety elements. Must be able to take suggestions and direction from multiple sources and select the best practices from all to produce the most effective system. This position must be comfortable leading people and assuming the role of Project Manager when project demands this skill set. This position will be based in Fruitland, Idaho, but will be able to work from the Meridian, Idaho office 1-2 days per week. Duties & Responsibilities: • Write PLC code for company standard systems. Siemens and Workshop for CTI are most common. • Knowledge and understanding of best practices for design of automation systems, power management systems, human-machine interface software, PLC programming, etc. • Knowledge and practice of safety precautions related to working with automation systems. Verify that peripheral equipment is in place, safe to operate, and functional. • Interpret and understand mechanical sequence, control drawings, and write ladder logic. • Check for correct wiring of interfaces to peripheral equipment. • Design easy-to-navigate HMI interfaces. Siemens are most common. • Provide on-site system commissioning support as required. (Will need to travel to other sites) • Test newly installed machines and equipment to ensure fulfillment of specifications. • Must be able to actively work with all levels of management and plant personnel. • Write PLC code for company standard systems. Siemens and Workshop for CTI are most common. • Knowledge and understanding of best practices for design of automation systems, power management systems, human-machine interface software, PLC programming, etc. Requirements: • Bachelor of Science – Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science is desirable. • 5 years working with PLC’s and Control Systems, 3 years electrical trouble shooting, down to major component/module. Similar experience using HMI’s. • Experience designing control systems, panels and instrumentation and motor controls for industrial application • Strong communication, interpersonal skills and presentation skills. • Demonstrated experience in project management and leadership. • Commitment to working in a team oriented and continuous improvement environment. • Ability to define and analyze problems, evaluating relevant facts and develop effective solutions. • Bachelor of Science – Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science is desirable. • 5 years working with PLC’s and Control Systems, 3 years electrical trouble shooting, down to major component/module. Similar experience using HMI’s. Physical Demands: The physical demands and work environment are representative of a typical office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Travel: Travel may be required up to 25% of the time.