Entry Level Controls Engineer
The Entry Level Controls Engineer at Confidential Client will work alongside automation experts to design, develop, and implement control systems for diverse manufacturing industries. This role involves direct customer interaction, on-site project implementation, and collaboration with project managers to ensure successful project delivery. The position offers professional growth opportunities within a supportive team environment focused on energy efficiency and sustainable manufacturing solutions.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Automation & Control Systems Integration (Industrial Automation).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role overview
Confidential Client is hiring an Entry Level Controls Engineer in Allentown, PA. This is a hands-on, early-career engineering role supporting automation and control system projects across manufacturing sectors. You will work on project teams, receive on-the-job training from experienced automation engineers, and travel to customer sites to implement and test control system deliverables.
- Estimated pay: $57,450 per year (estimated)
- Employment type: Full-time
- Location: Allentown, PA (on-site and customer-site travel required)
What you’ll do
- Participate in the design, development, and documentation of control systems that meet customer requirements
- Implement and test project deliverables on customer sites; travel as required
- Communicate technical work and project status to customers, project managers, and lead engineers
- Support commissioning, system integration, and troubleshooting activities
- Follow project schedules and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful delivery
Required qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, Robotics, Bioengineering, Industrial, Computer Engineering or Computer Science
- Solid understanding of programming concepts
- Proficiency with business software (MS Office)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Positive, professional demeanor and a cooperative working style
- Willingness to work off-hours when required
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to customer sites
- Willing to submit to drug testing and background checks as required by employment and customer contracts
Preferred qualifications
- General understanding of process control or manufacturing processes
- Prior exposure to PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS or MES technologies
- Self-starter with demonstrated leadership potential; able to work independently or in teams
Development & perks
Confidential Client offers structured mentoring, career-path development, and internal promotion opportunities. New engineers are paired with team leaders and mentors to set professional goals and progress within multiple technical or managerial tracks. A comprehensive benefits package is provided and salary ranges are commensurate with experience.
Important notices
- Employment is contingent on successful completion of drug and background screening.
- Confidential Client is committed to reasonable accommodations — contact Human Resources if you need an accommodation to complete the job requirements.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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