The Role
Develops controls software and motion libraries for integrated motor products and automation systems. Designs and integrates PLCs, drives, feedback systems, robots, HMIs, sensors, safety systems, and industrial communications. Responsibilities include electrical schematics, system architecture, testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and customer and internal technical support. The role also supports control-system test equipment and requires lawful access to ITAR-controlled technical data.
Summary Generated by Built In
Controls Engineer
Work Arrangement: In-Office, Hamel, MNOffice-based position with flexibility for occasional remote work once established in the role.
Role Overview
Key Responsibilities
- Support the design and documentation of Tolomatic’s integrated motor products and motion systems as it relates to controls integration, motor, feedback, cabling, and safety.
- Develop controls software, including motion libraries for CANopen and other communication protocols, integration of components such as sensors, servo drives, and indicators, and the PLC logic required to operate the system as intended.
- Review system and controls architecture during product and motion system development, providing input on component selection and interface compatibility to support reliable integration across subsystems.
- Execute assigned technical work defined in customer and project statements of work (SOW), and provide input to SOWs for subcontractors performing hardware design and build work.
- Provide input on the development of test procedures, and conduct and document testing, including product qualification testing, to verify system and product performance.
- Develop electrical schematics and support the wiring, debugging, and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
- Design, build, and document mechanical and electrical control systems for automation and motion control test equipment, and program the controllers and drives for that equipment.
- Provide technical support and training to customers, distributors, sales, and manufacturing personnel on control system setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in physics, computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
- At least two years of experience with automation and control system components, including PLCs, servo and stepper motors and drives, robots, HMIs, industrial communication protocols, sensors, and vision systems.
- Experience with servo systems from manufacturers such as Rockwell Automation, Nidec Control Techniques, Elmo, Copley, Siemens, and Kollmorgen.
- Experience with PLCs from Rockwell Automation, Siemens, or B&R.
- Experience with robot controls from Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, or similar manufacturers.
- Experience developing electrical schematics and wiring and debugging electrical systems.
- Working knowledge of Dynamic HTML, XML, CSS, and JavaScript is desired, along with the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of company personnel and others.
- This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data. Applicants must be able to lawfully access such data under U.S. export control laws.
Benefits & Well-Being
Health & Wellness
- Medical & dental coverage for you and your family.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability protection.
- 401(k) with company contribution.
- Profit sharing: when Tolomatic does well, you share in it.
- Tuition reimbursement toward degrees and certifications.
- Paid time off that grows with your tenure.
- Flexible scheduling
- We give back: paid volunteer time and company-sponsored opportunities let our team support the causes they care about, on the clock.
- We invest in the next generation: our annual Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Day brings employees' children on-site to see what their parents build
- We build responsibly: sustainability is part of how we operate. We plant trees for every actuator sold, and we recycle tens of thousands of pounds of aluminum, steel, and cardboard each year.
- We make room for connection: company gatherings and other activities to bring the team together beyond day-to-day work.
Why Join Tolomatic?
- Make a Real Impact: You won't be a cog in the machine here. With a small, agile team, your work will be seen, valued, and have a direct impact on the business.
- Work With Purpose: Our products help manufacturers build smarter, safer, and more sustainable operations, from EVs to medical devices to food production.
- Collaborative Culture: We believe in open communication, mutual respect, and working together across departments to get things done.
- Supportive Environment: Whether it's learning a new tool or exploring a fresh idea, we encourage curiosity and continuous growth.
- Stability and Innovation: We've been around for decades, but we're always pushing forward, with digital at the center of how we evolve.
- Grow Your Career: A smaller company does not mean a smaller career. Tolomatic has a long history of growing people from within, promoting into new roles, funding degrees and certifications, and giving curious people room to take on more.
Compensation
$80,000 - $110,000/annualAbout Tolomatic
Equal Opportunity Employer
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in physics, computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field
- At least two years of experience with automation and control system components, including PLCs, servo and stepper motors and drives, robots, HMIs, industrial communication protocols, sensors, and vision systems
- Experience with servo systems from manufacturers such as Rockwell Automation, Nidec Control Techniques, Elmo, Copley, Siemens, and Kollmorgen
- Experience with PLCs from Rockwell Automation, Siemens, or B&R
- Experience with robot controls from Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, or similar manufacturers
- Experience developing electrical schematics, wiring, and debugging electrical systems
- Working knowledge of Dynamic HTML, XML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with company personnel and others
- Ability to lawfully access ITAR-controlled technical data under U.S. export control laws
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The Company
What We Do
A leading supplier of electrical linear actuators and electric linear motion control and pneumatic actuators and cylinders, Tolomatic’s expertise in linear actuators is backed by 60 years of original product innovation, integrity, and the best service in the industry. Tolomatic has earned its industry-wide reputation for designing and manufacturing highly durable and reliable electric linear and pneumatic actuators, and power transmission products for a variety of industries including packaging, material handling, medical, food processing, automotive, semiconductor, and general automation. Contact Tolomatic today to experience Excellence in Motion®: - Fast Delivery Built-to-Order for all catalog products! - Endurance Technology: Quality products built to last - Legendary customer service, Call 1-800-328-2174 for assistance! - Online Sizing & Selection Software - Custom Engineered solutions to solve unique customer problems Experience Excellence in Motion® with Tolomatic
