Controls Engineer
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LocationFredericksburg
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience5+ yrs
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedAug 26, 2026 · 2mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related technical discipline
Minimum of 5 years of experience designing and programming industrial control systems
Hands-on experience with PLC programming platforms, including Siemens TIA Portal, STEP7, Allen-Bradley Studio 5000, RSLogix, CODESYS, or similar
Experience with thermal management equipment, process control systems, or automated test equipment
Experience developing HMIs using Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Ignition, CODESYS, or similar platforms
Familiarity with motion control systems, VFDs, servo systems, and robotics integration
Knowledge of industrial safety systems and machine safety standards
Experience with Python, C#, LabVIEW, or other automation-related programming languages
Experience supporting products from prototype development through production launch
Understanding of industrial, datacenter, or advanced manufacturing environments
Ability to read and create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel documentation
Experience troubleshooting electrical and automation systems in a laboratory, manufacturing, or industrial environment
Must be located within 60 miles of Fredericksburg, Virginia to be considered
Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position
Skills
PLC
Siemens TIA Portal
Allen-Bradley Studio 5000
RSLogix
CODESYS
HMI
SCADA
EtherNet/IP
Profinet
BACnet
Modbus
Python
C#
LabVIEW
Ignition
Job Description
The ideal candidate will have strong PLC programming experience, a systems-level mindset, and the ability to work across electrical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions.
The role will include:
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Design, develop, and implement industrial control systems for thermal management and automated test equipment.
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Program, configure, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC-based control systems utilizing platforms such as Siemens, Allen-Bradley (Rockwell), CODESYS, and related technologies.
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Develop and maintain HMI and SCADA interfaces for equipment operation, monitoring, and diagnostics.
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Integrate sensors, actuators, drives, motion control devices, and industrial communication networks into complete system solutions.
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Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication protocols including EtherNet/IP, Profinet, BACnet, Modbus, and other fieldbus technologies.
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Support full product lifecycle activities including concept development, design, testing, validation, commissioning, and sustaining engineering.
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Develop electrical schematics, control panel designs, I/O lists, and system documentation.
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Conduct system integration, startup, debugging, and root cause analysis of complex control systems.
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Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams to develop innovative customer solutions.
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Support prototype builds, design verification testing, and product qualification efforts.
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Provide technical support for manufacturing, installation, and field service activities when required.
Basic (Required) Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related technical discipline.
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Minimum of 5 years of experience designing and programming industrial control systems.
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Hands-on experience with PLC programming platforms, including Siemens TIA Portal, STEP7, Allen-Bradley Studio 5000, RSLogix, CODESYS, or similar.
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Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
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Must be located within 60 miles of Fredericksburg, Virginia to be considered, no relocation offered. Active duty military are exempt from these requirement.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with thermal management equipment, process control systems, or automated test equipment.
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Experience developing HMIs using Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Ignition, CODESYS, or similar platforms.
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Familiarity with motion control systems, VFDs, servo systems, and robotics integration.
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Knowledge of industrial safety systems and machine safety standards.
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Experience with Python, C#, LabVIEW, or other automation-related programming languages.
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Experience supporting products from prototype development through production launch.
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Understanding of industrial, datacenter, or advanced manufacturing environments.
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Ability to read and create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel documentation.
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Experience troubleshooting electrical and automation systems in a laboratory, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
All Job Posting Locations
Fredericksburg
Remote Type
On-Site
EEO Statement
Boyd Corp is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.