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Sigma Design has collaborated with a manufacturing company seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join their facility in Wilsonville, OR. This company is a leading global manufacturer of interconnect solutions, specializing in high-speed board-to-board, cable, and terminal block products used across multiple industries like computing, telecommunications, medical, industrial and instrumentation.
Job Responsibility:
Design and develop robust Supervisory Control Systems (SCADA/HMI) to support advanced process control applications
Partner with Manufacturing and Process Engineering to define system functional requirements
Develop, configure, and deploy HMI/SCADA platforms and operator/engineering interfaces
Lead startup, debugging, conditioning, and qualification of new or upgraded control systems
Troubleshoot SCADA systems within automated machinery environments
Develop, tune, and optimize advanced control algorithms
Manage controls-related projects for new equipment development and system upgrades
Collaborate with IT to support network infrastructure and cloud-based data management systems
Support integration of Industry 4.0 and IIoT technologies into control system architecture
Standardize control system architecture, software platforms, and reusable components across multiple production assets
Develop and maintain engineering documentation including software documentation, setup procedures, and operating instructions
Communicate technical concepts effectively through reports and presentations
Support resource planning and execution for controls-related projects
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience designing and implementing advanced control systems within an automated manufacturing environment
Experience with continuous process control systems preferred
Experience developing SCADA systems and HMI interfaces
Proficiency in Python and industrial scripting languages
Ability to read and understand IEC 61131-3 Structured Text programming
Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., MQTT, Sparkplug B, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, Modbus)
Understanding of Industry 4.0 and IIoT principles
Familiarity with ANSI/ISA standards related to HMI design and manufacturing system integration (ISA-95 / IEC 62264)
Understanding of network infrastructure and cloud-based data management environments
Strong written and verbal technical communication skills
ITAR - Permanent resident of the United States (“U.S. person” as defined by ITAR)
Background and drug screen - pass a post-offer background verification and drug screen
Nice to have:
Experience with continuous process control systems preferred
What we offer:
Exceptional healthcare coverage (PPO, HSA, FSA), with company contributions to HSA plans
Retirement/profit sharing plans: 401k- 12% , company matches the first 5%, adds 7% for profit sharing
PTO (vacation/sick time starting at 4 weeks, and holidays)