Controls Engineer II/Sr

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Minneapolis, MN, USA
In-Office
95K-144K Annually
Senior level
Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Designs and improves direct digital controls for HVAC air-handling products. Responsibilities include controls strategy, electrical schematics, bills of materials, programming, prototyping, testing, production transitions, troubleshooting, quality improvement, vendor and component evaluation, technical support, documentation, training, and cross-functional project participation. The role also provides mentoring, investigates returned-product failures, supports job-site issues, and develops corrective actions and new procedures.
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Ready to join a global leader in air movement and ventilation? At Greenheck Group, joining our team means more than just starting a job, it’s joining an award-winning culture prioritizing your growth and development. Our unwavering commitment in supporting our team members both personally and professionally has earned us national recognition time and time again. As an innovative, environmentally responsible manufacturer of commercial HVAC systems, Greenheck Group designs and manufactures industry-leading air movement and ventilation solutions through our family of trusted brands. Our products are found in commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities worldwide, from schools and hospitals to factories and stadiums. Since 1947, we’ve proudly invested in our people and our communities, fostering innovation, leadership, and opportunity at every level. We are more than products, we are a team of inspired people doing extraordinary things.

As a Controls Engineer, you will work closely with sales, marketing, design engineering, and manufacturing to improve processes, implement testing procedures, and drive operational efficiency with regards to electrical designs and direct digital controls programming for air handling products.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

  • Develop new controls product designs and redesigns in coordination with sales, marketing, service, and manufacturing functions. Ensure products meet control design functionality of required points of operation and design intent.

  • Identify controls strategies for optimal use of product applications. Review, clarify, and validate deliverables to both internal and external customers.

  • Develop bill of materials, complete IAN, and communicate translation requirement related to new or changed designs.

  • Support and/or manage the transition from design into production, including any necessary testing and training required for implementing new or changed designs. May also be required to evaluate equipment and facility capabilities when assessing the cost effectiveness of a new design.

  • Identify product defects and assist with product quality improvements through hardware and software design and/or functionality changes.

  • Participate in value engineering projects to continually improve designs and processes.

  • Gather information on competitive product offerings and understand the strengths/weaknesses of Greenheck Group products vs. our competition.

  • Assisting in job sites to review installation and/or design problems and resolve the situation.

  • Provide technical support via phone and e-mail for both internal and external customers including the areas of product selection and application.

  • Provide content for the development and updating of product literature.

  • Maintain accurate and current documentation on design changes and requests.

  • Communicate solutions for unique applications including design and special pricing.

  • Organize and present training seminars internally and externally.

  • Provide basic to moderately complex technical and application expertise for general knowledge of related control products.

  • Creation of new procedures and processes. Often responsible for identifying changes that need to be made in current procedures.

  • Support and/or manage the prototyping and testing of new designs, including the interpretation of test results. May be required to set up and run equipment in house.

  • Collaborate with the shop floor and listen to their ideas and opportunities. Identify, prioritize, and implement short and long term corrective actions.

  • Review/evaluate returned goods and determine root cause of failures and disposition of materials.

  • Will provide mentoring, training, indirect supervision of other team members, or may have direct reports.

  • Participation in cross functional project teams as the representative SME for Controls Engineering.

  • Evaluate material selection, cost analysis, and vendors as required to implement new designs. Review, along with purchasing personnel, the selection and specification of new purchased component parts for product designs.

  • Create, edit, review electrical schematics for production units

  • Select and compare various electrical components for product customization

 

WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE AS CONTROLS ENGINEER II

  • 3-5 years of relevant work experience in engineering required.

  • 2 Year / Associate Degree in engineering or a related field of study or equivalent years of job experience required.

  • 4 Year / Bachelor Degree in engineering preferred.

  • Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

  • Experience with function block, structured text coding languages preferred.

  • A good understanding of HVAC equipment operation and applications is preferred.

WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE AS CONTROLS ENGINEER SR

  • 6-9 years of relevant work experience in engineering required.

  • 2 Year / Associate Degree in engineering or a related field of study or equivalent years of job experience required.

  • 4 Year / Bachelor Degree in engineering preferred.

  • Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

  • Experience with function block, structured text coding languages preferred.

  • A good understanding of HVAC equipment operation and applications is preferred.

 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Greenheck Group takes pride in providing competitive pay along with a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program. The starting base pay range for this position is $95,161-$144-837 and may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and performance.  With best-in-class benefits, you can be the best you, and together, we can be the best in the industry.  Visit our Perks & Benefits page for more information on these offerings:

  • Health & Family Support

  • Financial Security

  • Learning & Development

  • Rewards & Recognition

  • Wellbeing & Mental Health

  • Work-Life Balance

  • Fun Perks

 

SPECIAL NOTATION

The preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment, such as a computer and phone. Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial motions of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The person is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data, and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Occasional mobility required to attend in-person meetings and complete various office tasks.

EEO STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. 

ACCOMMODATIONS REQUEST

Greenheck Group complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.  To request an accommodation for the application or interview process, please email [email protected] with your name, job title, posting number, and requested accommodation.

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If you're looking for a place to grow while working with happy, enthusiastic, values-based people, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Skills Required

  • 3-5 years of relevant engineering work experience for Controls Engineer II
  • 6-9 years of relevant engineering work experience for Controls Engineer Senior
  • Two-year associate degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent years of job experience
  • Four-year bachelor's degree in engineering
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience with function block and structured text coding languages
  • Understanding of HVAC equipment operation and applications
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The Company
5,500 Employees
Year Founded: 1947

What We Do

Greenheck Group is a global leader in the engineering and manufacturing of air movement, control, and conditioning equipment. The company focuses on advancing indoor air quality by providing a comprehensive line of products—including fans, ventilators, and rooftop units—for commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings. They are committed to delivering energy-efficient, reliable solutions through continuous innovation and a focus on being easy to do business with.

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