Controls Systems Engineer

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Who will you be working with?

L&M Radiator, Inc. is a global designer, manufacturer, and distributor or MESABI cooling and heat transfer solutions that are custom-made for heavy equipment in the mining, oil, gas, construction and heavy industrial industries. We are looking for R&D Controls Engineer who will be responsible for designing, developing, and integrating controls for heat transfer systems on battery and fuel cell powered heavy-duty equipment such as large mining haul trucks and excavators.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the R&D Team, you will have opportunities to fulfill job duties while traveling both domestically and internationally because we are a worldwide company that serves our customers around the globe!

We are looking for a well-rounded individual with mechanical engineering abilities that likes solving complex and intricate problems that impact the world we live in. This role will design, develop, and integrate controls for heat transfer systems for gas, battery, diesel, and solar powered heavy equipment. They will work on new developments, prototypes, equipment for our shops, make product improvements, and investigate warranty work. This is a highly confidential role that requires discreteness and professionalism. 

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or similar field, with entry level to experienced accepted.  
• Understanding of vehicular controls systems including CAN bus networks.
• Understanding of PLC based controls and HMI interfaces, preferably Allen-Bradley.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 - 3 years of relevant experience in PLC based control systems and robotics, 5 years preferred.
• Experience working with battery and/or fuel cell powered equipment.
• Experience working with refrigeration and thermostatic controls systems.
• Knowledge of Epicor or similar ERP system.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or Six Sigma.

What will your typical day look like?

• Develop controls systems for heat transfer systems.
• Responsible for software and hardware selections as well as programming controls systems.
• Validate electric vehicle thermal management controls through rapid control prototyping and testing.
• Develop product performance specifications, interface, and control documents.
• Transition prototype controls systems to production platform.
• Integrate heat transfer controls systems into customers’ equipment controls.
• Assist in developing PLC based controls for custom built production machinery.
• Perform related work or job duties as required by supervisor.
• Perform work in a safe manner and follow all safety guidelines and procedures.
• Domestic and international travel required and could include weekend travel depending on the project.
• Occasional weekend work may be required to complete a project.

What about the physical demands of the job?

• Ability to use stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Push, pull, and lift to 50 lbs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required for Entry Level:

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Detail oriented and strong initiative.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Knowledge and understanding of vehicle and heavy-duty equipment controls systems and homologation requirements, standards, compliance testing, and qualifications.
• Working knowledge of CAN bus systems and software such as CANalyzer.
• Ability to design, program, and troubleshoot CAN bus systems.
• Working knowledge of PLCs and other types of controllers.
• Ability to understand complex electric and mechanical systems.
• Knowledgeable of engineering drawings, blueprints, and complex technical writing.
• Knowledgeable of refrigeration systems and associated controls.
• Experience with robotics.
• Must be detail oriented and have strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate, in English, effectively and clearly by both written and verbal means.
• Demonstrate maturity, intelligence, cooperation, and discretion.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of related records, spreadsheets, and reports using Microsoft Office Products.
• Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar software.
• Must be able to prioritize responsibilities and handle multiple duties / projects.
• Dependability under both supervised and unsupervised conditions.
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical, drug, and background test.

Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen and fitness for duty test.

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The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.

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