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Alpine, an ITW Company · 20 hours ago

Controls Engineer

Grand Prairie, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Alpine, an ITW Company, is seeking a Controls Engineer to contribute to a cross-functional Agile team. The role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining PLC software for automated manufacturing equipment, ensuring safety and optimal performance while collaborating with electrical and mechanical engineers.

Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain PLC software for automated cutting and assembly equipment

Interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings to design control logic

Configure and integrate Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems

Collaborate with engineers and technicians during prototype builds and field support

Support deployment, debugging, and continuous improvement of equipment software

Assist with troubleshooting issues during machine commissioning or production

Maintain and update technical documentation, including logic flowcharts and wiring diagrams

Participate in peer review sessions of solutions and related code, ensure software quality throughout the complete SDLC

Qualification

PLC developmentLadder logicHMI configurationIndustrial communication protocolsElectrical schematics interpretationVersion control systemsAnalytical skillsInnovationInfluenceCommunication skillsTeam skillsAdaptabilityContinuous learning

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or related field

3–5 years of experience in PLC development for industrial machinery

Proficiency in ladder logic and structured text using platforms such as Schneider, Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Beckhoff

Complete understanding of multiple SDLC

Familiarity with HMI configuration tools such as FactoryTalk View, WinCC, or similar

Understanding of industrial communication protocols (OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.)

Basic understanding of safety standards related to industrial automation (e.g., ISO 13849)

Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings

Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN)

Excellent problem solving and strong analytical skills, ability to work on complex development tasks and large modules/features

Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills; ability to generate and deliver presentations

Ability to work in a team or independently, able to coach new or less experienced developers in day-to-day operations, as well as technical knowledge

Company

Alpine, an ITW Company

Recognized for its engineering excellence, productivity-enhancing software and equipment solutions, and the industry’s best service, Alpine is a leading provider of building component software, metal connector products and equipment to component manufacturers.

Founded in 1986

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA

201-500 employees