Controls Engineer, Mitsubishi Specialist

This entry-level role supports our Mitsubishi Electric automation business while building the skills to become a go-to Mitsubishi expert. Approximately 60% of the role is spent as a Mitsubishi Automation Specialist, supporting sales, customers, and colleagues with product selection, application support, and training. The remaining 40% is spent as a Controls Engineer, helping design, program, build, and test industrial control systems built around Mitsubishi Electric products.

This role works as part of a team, with guidance and mentorship from senior engineers, and may support projects through the production process, including guidance to assembly technicians, final inspection, and testing of completed systems.

Essential Job Functions

Mitsubishi Automation Specialist (approx. 60%)

• Support sales and customers with Mitsubishi Electric PLC, HMI, drive, servo, and motion product selection and application questions

• Assist with quotations for control panels, cable assemblies, turnkey systems, and programming services

• Provide first-line technical support to colleagues and customers, escalating complex issues to senior engineers

• Help prepare product demonstrations, customer education sessions, and training materials

• Stay current on Mitsubishi Electric products, software releases, and training resources

• Contribute to internal documentation, standards, and best practices for Mitsubishi platforms

Controls Engineer (approx. 40%)

• Program, configure, test, and debug Mitsubishi Electric PLCs and GOT HMIs, with exposure to VFDs, servo systems, and motion control

• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, BOMs, panel layouts, and engineering change documentation using AutoCAD Electrical

• Assist with component selection and industrial control panel design under the direction of senior engineers

• Support project execution, including factory acceptance testing (FAT), startup, and commissioning

• Provide regular project status updates to management, sales, and customers as assigned

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, controls, automation, mechatronics, or a related engineering or technical field (or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience)

• 0-2 years of experience in industrial automation, controls, or a related field; internships, co-ops, and academic projects count

• Basic understanding of PLC programming concepts (ladder logic) and industrial control systems

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management

• Clear communication skills with customers and colleagues in person, by phone, email, and video call

• Willingness to learn and take direction

Preferred

• Exposure to Mitsubishi Electric PLCs (MELSEC iQ-F, iQ-R, FX, or Q series) and GX Works2 or GX Works3

• Exposure to GOT HMIs and GT Designer3

• Familiarity with VFDs, servo systems, motion control, or industrial networking (CC-Link, Ethernet/IP, Modbus)

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical

• Mitsubishi Electric training or certifications, or willingness to pursue them

Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.