Position Name: Controls Engineer, Specialist (Engineering, Instrumentation and Control Engineer, Specialist)
Position Location: Kalamazoo, MI or Bethlehem, PA
Report to: Innovation Manager
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We are seeking a technically strong and innovation-driven Controls Engineer responsible for developing, integrating, and validating control system solutions for mechatronic products and systems. This role focuses on controls architecture, PLC programming, diagnostics, and system validation while working closely with electrical, mechanical, product management, and supplier teams to deliver robust and manufacturable solutions. The position builds on Flowserve’s existing emphasis on integrated controls, intelligent diagnostics, and cross-functional product development.
Key Responsibilities
- Guide other controls and electrical engineers on executing the overall controls architecture vision
- Controls System Development - Define and develop controls architecture for mechatronic systems, including remote monitoring, connectivity, and intelligent diagnostics.
- Lead platform and device selection to meet product requirements, including modularity, scalability, and system performance
- System Integration - Integrate electrical, mechanical, and controls components so the overall system performs the required tasks.
- PLC Programming - Create, edit, and maintain control programs using PLC tools such as ABB Automation Builder, Allen-Bradley, CODESYS, Unitronics, and related platforms.
- Requirements Support - Help translate product and system needs into clear controls requirements and technical solutions.
- Validation and Testing - Support validation planning, system testing, and troubleshooting to verify product performance and reliability.
- Diagnostics and Innovation - Improve controls functionality and enhance integration between mechanical components and intelligent control features, especially diagnostics.
- Cross-functional Collaboration - Work with mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, product management, project management, and suppliers to meet technical, timing, and customer requirements.
- Technical Documentation - Contribute to design requirements, development documentation, validation records, and technical reviews.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related engineering discipline.
- Experience in Control Systems, Mechatronic Product Development, Industrial Power and Control Panels, or related industrial technologies.
- Demonstrated success developing new products, technologies, or engineered solutions from concept through prototyping, testing, and validation.
- Strong capability in PLC programming and controls logic development
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work independently, lead technical efforts, and contribute as a subject matter expert within a team-oriented environment.
- Ability to travel, up to 20%, domestic and international
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with CODESYS and fieldbus
- Experience with industrial devices such as VFDs, Motion Controllers, Sensors, I/O.
- Familiarity with communication protocols such as Modbus, Profinet, and Ethernet.
- Experience with industrial panel or system validation in a product development environment.
- Exposure to mechatronics, connected products, or intelligent diagnostics solutions.
