Controls Engineer

The role

You will design and develop electrical and instrumentation systems for industrial automation and process control. You will also develop PLC programs, create HMI interfaces, and support testing and commissioning.

What you will do

• Design and develop electrical and instrumentation systems for industrial automation and process control.
• Develop and troubleshoot PLC programs.
• Create and maintain HMI interfaces.
• Collaborate with customers, engineers, and skilled tradespeople to define requirements and develop practical solutions.
• Support testing and commissioning, including factory and site acceptance testing, equipment installation, and startup.
• Prepare and maintain electrical schematics, panel layouts, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with suppliers on component selection, quotes, and procurement.
• Participate in design reviews and resolve hardware and software challenges.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering, instrumentation, automation, or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with PLC programming platforms such as Rockwell Studio 5000, Beckhoff TwinCAT, or Siemens TIA Portal.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or similar electrical design software.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Rochester and/or Rush, NY, with travel to customer facilities as needed.

Nice to have

• Hands-on manufacturing, automation, controls, or instrumentation experience.
• Exposure to multiple PLC platforms or industrial communication networks.
• Creative, practical approach to engineering challenges.

Benefits

• Annual incentive compensation
• Long-term incentives
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement
• Paid time off
• Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company

About the company

Re:Build is an advanced, end-to-end manufacturing platform that partners with industrial companies and innovators. Re:Build Optimation specializes in delivering custom-engineered process equipment and automated systems to clients across the globe.