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HOJ Innovations · 6 hours ago

Controls Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

HOJ Innovations is seeking a passionate, detail-oriented Controls Engineer to assist in the design, development, and support of industrial material handling and Autonomous Mobile Robot solutions. This role involves software-focused responsibilities including PLC, HMI, and system-level integration, while also requiring hands-on work with hardware and electrical systems.

ConsultingIndustrial Engineering

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain PLC and HMI programs

Integrate and support Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) within material handling and automation systems, including communication, task execution, and system coordination

Develop and troubleshoot system-level integrations between PLCs, AMRs, HMIs, WMS/MES systems, and external software platforms

Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues including, but not limited to:

PLCs

Motion control and multi-axis servo systems

SCADA systems

AC/DC drives

Industrial electronics

PLC-to-PC interfaces

Pneumatics

Photoelectric, vision, and laser-based control devices

Debug electrical installations and controls hardware of moderate complexity, working directly with panels, devices, and field wiring when required

Perform on-site commissioning to implement, validate, and optimize system designs (including AMR deployments)

Seek timely solutions to unexpected problems and make meaningful contributions with minimal direction

Support the existing install base through scheduled maintenance reviews and emergency service to diagnose and resolve controls or system failures

Prepare control schematics and specifications for control panel fabrication

Support electrical installation by coordinating with electricians and system installers

Document system designs, configurations, and troubleshooting procedures

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

PLC programmingHMI programmingAMR integrationBeckhoff IPCsIgnition by Inductive AutomationIndustrial communication protocolsTeam-orientedProblem-solvingCommunication skillsCreative-thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum of 3 years of controls or automation programming experience

Strong software-oriented mindset with the ability and willingness to work hands-on with hardware as required

Ability to balance multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail and working with minimal supervision

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Team-oriented and collaborative approach

Strong creative-thinking and problem-solving skills

Valid driver's license and clean driving record required