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Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.\nBRIEF DESCRIPTION:\nThe Controls Engineer is a member of a team of electric and controls professionals, responsible for design, integration and testing of Schuler industrial control systems. This role places a heavy emphasis on the development and design of industrial press and automation controls. These controls projects are in general mission-critical and require a strong commitment to on-time delivery. Projects range from hardware modifications to complete equipment and system upgrades, including new electrical hardware, control PCs and PLCs, HMIs and integrated safety systems. Service and supporting roles, as outlined below, are also an integral part of this position.\nMAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nHardware design and development\nDesign and develop the layout of control systems including all required PLC, PC, HMI, safety, and communication hardware. \nCreate bills of materials in Schuler’s ERP system.\nCreate hardware schematics and approval of finished schematics.\nResponsible for following and implementing all applicable standards and customer requirements, including local and national safety standards such as OSHA, ANSI, and CSA.\nResearch and apply new technologies to improve Schuler’s competitiveness.\nService and supporting roles\nSupport the Field Service Group in preparation of installations and updates.\nProvide troubleshooting assistance to Schuler field service technicians and engineers.\nAssist onsite installation if required.\nOccasional service calls may be required.\nVisit customers on occasional sales or project meetings. \nPerform as Project Manager on specific jobs based on assignment by the Service Engineering Manager. \nSupport Customer Service Representatives in spare parts order processing by providing technical information.\nInterface with the customer as needed to resolve issues and technical concerns.\nSupports new machine sales with technical information when requested.\nREQUIREMENTS:\nBachelor’s degree preferred\nA minimum of three years of experience in designing industrial control systems, preferably in the field of hydraulic and mechanical power presses and press automation systems\nKnowledge in Allen Bradley RSLogix 5, 500, and Studio 5000 is a plus\nKnowledge in Siemens S7F, S5 is a plus\nExperience with industrial networking such as PROFIBUS, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP and EtherCat\nAutoCAD Electrical, E-Plan P8\nProficient user of Microsoft Office 2010\nFamiliar with ERP systems, preferably SAP.\nAbility to travel, nationally and abroad. Must be able and willing to travel.\nAble to facilitate discussions and give presentations with highly technical content. Presents clearly and informatively.\nPossess strong analytical aptitude\nProficient computer skills with the ability to learn new software\nCustomer focused\nStrong time management and organizational skills\nAbility to multi-task and to work in dynamic business environment; Adaptable to change\nSelf-motivated and results oriented; Ability to use judgement and make decisions independently\nTeamwork oriented to resolve problems and achieve goals\nExcellent listening, verbal and written communication skills\nFluent in English with advanced reading and writing skills\nGerman Language skills would be a plus.\nVisa holders/English as Second Language (ESL) individuals must take TOEFL exam and score above passing grade.\nORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:\nThis position reports to the Service Engineering Manager. Coordinates related activities with service sales, field service, purchasing and customers. There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position.\nMISCELLANEOUS\nPerforms other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.","description_format":"text","description_chars":4254,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":3,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":true},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[{"language":"German","level":"All levels","optional":false},{"language":"English","level":"Advanced (C1)","optional":false}]},"benefits":[],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Cybersecurity","Energy & Utilities","Hydroelectric"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-24T22:35:24Z"}],"liveness":{"score":75,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.829,"p_room":0.9,"age_days":10,"expected_fill_days":18,"reasons":["conf:1","velocity","win:mid","comp:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-09-28T05:45:00Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/andritz-controls-hardware-engineer","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/andritz-controls-hardware-engineer.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-29T03:44:53Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":3503,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":1497,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-09-30T00:00:00Z"}}}