Controls Engineer
Company: TRC Talent Solutions
Location: Happy Valley
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Controls Engineer Clackamas, OR 97015 The Controls Engineer has
a key role on the Top Tier product manufacturing team. The
successful Controls Engineer is motivated, innovative, and
enthusiastic about configuring, building, and supporting capital
equipment. A well-rounded background is needed to balance the
mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing components of this role.
Excellent technical skills as well as a keen understanding of
machine safety and guarding are required. The implementation of
robust system architecture across multiple platforms and custom
control system solutions for customers in various end-of-line
packaging applications will be required. Job Responsibilities:
Utilize experience and knowledge of PLC programming, HMI
programming, control, and electrical systems to standardize and
improve current systems. Working in cross-functional teams for
product manufacturing. Prepare and review electrical CAD drawings
of controls systems, to ensure that installation and operations
conform to standards and customer requirements. Perform electrical
and controls programming. Direct or coordinate manufacturing,
construction, installation, maintenance, support, documentation, or
testing activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes,
or customer requirements. Perform tier 2 technical support for the
Service Department. Compile data and produce reports regarding new,
existing, or potential projects. Perform detailed calculations to
compute and establish manufacturing, operational, or installation
standards or specifications. Prepare specifications for purchases
of materials or equipment. Estimate labor, material, or
construction costs for project estimating purposes. Meet customer
expectations by clear and concise two-way communications. Oversee
project production efforts to ensure projects are completed on time
and within budget. Collaborate and communicate positively and
effectively with engineering, production, planning and other
departments to resolve issues and accomplish goals. Component
selection and bill of materials management and review. Take
ownership of engineering/manufacturing processes and workflows.
Design for manufacturing, lean applications, change management, and
revision control. Maintain confidentiality. Ability to work under
pressure to meet project deadlines in a multitasking environment.
Ability to travel as needed to a customer’s site for the purpose of
commissioning and/or troubleshooting equipment. Participate in
continuous improvement activities. Identify and recommend
improvement opportunities within the department and organization.
Comply with health and safety regulations, the company handbook,
quality standards, and all other company policy and procedures.
Support the company in other duties as assigned. Skills,
Qualifications & Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in
product design for electro-mechanical products. AA/BS Electrical
Engineering (or equivalent – Majors in: Controls and Computer
Control Systems, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering,
etc.). Hands-on electrical schematic design automation software
experience (AutoCAD, EPLAN). Working knowledge of HMI, PLC,
controls programming, servo systems, VFD’s, robotics (AB/Rockwell,
Fanuc). Familiarity with the following software: Rockwell Logix
Studio 5000 (ladder and structured text), FactoryTalk View/View
Designer, Fanuc Robotics, B&R PLC/Motion Control. Experience
with capital equipment design, production, testing and
installation. Working knowledge of industry standards for machinery
design for safety and guarding. MS Office suite and ERP/MRP
software. Analytical, with attention to detail and accuracy. Strong
problem-solving skills, systematic mindset, and continuous
improvement skills. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $75,000.00 -
$130,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental
insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible
schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance
Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance
Referral program Relocation assistance Retirement plan Tuition
reimbursement Vision insurance TRC Talent Solutions is proud to be
an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status,
disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
Keywords: TRC Talent Solutions, Salem , Controls Engineer, Engineering , Happy Valley, Oregon
