Controls Engineer – PLC / HMI

Colmac Coil Manufacturing, Inc

Colville, WA

Pay: $64,681-$107,811/yr

Shift: Full time

**Experience Level: Entry Level (0-2 Years), Mid Level (3-6 Years), or Senior Level (7+ Years)**

Colmac Coil is seeking a Controls Engineer to develop PLC-based controls for the heat transfer products we manufacture and sell. The role combines desk work designing electrical schematics and PLC/HMI programs with hands-on product assembly support, testing, and troubleshooting. Responsibilities reflect experience level. Benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with employer match, life insurance, employee assistance, and training opportunities.

**Responsibilities Include:**

· Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, component lists, and PLC/HMI programs for new and existing products.

· Define operating sequences, I/O requirements, alarms, and protective interlocks with engineering. Select and configure PLCs, VFDs, actuators, sensors, and related components.

· Support product wiring and panel assembly. Troubleshoot electrical and programming issues with assembly and testing personnel.

· Perform and document functional testing of I/O, operating sequences, HMI functions, alarms, and interlocks before shipment.

· Maintain drawings, program backups, revision records, and operating and troubleshooting documentation. Support field service with product startup and controls issues.

· Apply applicable electrical standards, product requirements, and safe work practices. Other controls engineering duties as assigned.

· Based on experience, the role may include leading controls design, setting programming standards, and mentoring team members.

**Required Education**

· BS degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering is preferred.

· A related 2-year degree with demonstrated manufacturing experience will be considered.

**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:**

· Basic knowledge of PLC programming, ladder logic, and HMI operation through coursework, projects, internships, or work experience. Allen-Bradley CompactLogix experience is preferred.

· Ability to read electrical schematics and understand control circuits, relays, digital/analog signals, and control devices. CAD fundamentals and ability to learn electrical design tools.

· Ability to troubleshoot systematically using schematics, PLC diagnostics, and test instruments, and follow electrical and plant safety procedures.

· Ability to document technical changes and test results accurately, communicate with engineering and plant personnel, and organize work to meet deadlines.

· Familiarity with PID control, temperature/pressure control, and industrial communications is preferred. HVAC or refrigeration experience is a plus.

**Physical Demands:** (S=Seldom 0-10%, O=Occasional 11-33%, F=Frequent 34-66%, C=Constant 67-100%)

*The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.*

Stand/walk (O), sit (F), bend/stoop (O), perform work from ladder (S), climb stairs (S), twist (O), squat/kneel (S), crawl (S), reach (O), work above shoulders (S), grasp (O), fine manipulation (F), operate foot controls (S), lift/carry/push/pull up to 50# (S) vibratory tasks (S), wrist (flexion/extension) (O). Indoor work environment, occasional outdoor duties, occasional high noise levels.

Pay: $64,681.00 - $107,811.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What type of PLC programming, ladder logic, and HMI operation experience do you have?

Work Location: In person