Job Title: Controls Engineer (Automation Engineer)

Department: Model Shop

Location: Fenton, MO

Reports To: Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Classification: Salaried, Exempt

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation ($85,000 annual target salary).

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Paid time off.

• Steel-toed shoe reimbursement.

• Casual work environment.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality flow control valves, condensate removal traps, and related components for industries such as compressed air, pressure washing, automotive, fire protection, and food service. Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, CD provides innovative solutions globally to OEMs, distributors, and end users.

Summary

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting automated control systems. This role involves process control, electrical engineering, and equipment design to support manufacturing and ensure projects meet scope, budget, and schedule expectations.

Essential Job Duties

• Technical Project Development:

• Conduct feasibility studies and cost estimations.

• Design system architecture, including PLC/HMI/DCS systems, I/O, networks, and computer infrastructure.

• Develop and implement PLC programs.

• Program and support robotics systems.

• Create and maintain HMI/SCADA applications and screen designs.

• Electrical Design:

• Design and develop electrical control panels and schematics.

• Specify and implement instrumentation.

• Troubleshoot complex control systems and provide effective solutions.

• Equipment Design and Maintenance:

• Design, build, and maintain assembly and test equipment.

• Collaboration and Communication:

• Work with project managers, engineers, and team members to align projects with objectives.

• Regularly update project managers on progress, risks, and costs.

• Continuous Improvement:

• Stay current with industry trends and vendor offerings to recommend innovative solutions.

Required Education and Experience

• Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering preferred (or equivalent work experience).

• Experience:

• 2+ years of relevant work experience.

• Strong understanding of:

• Process control principles.

• PLC programming, robotic programming, and industrial network communication protocols.

• HMI/SCADA development.

• Experience with electrical control systems design and schematics is a plus.

• Skills:

• Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.

• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and trends.

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.