Controls Service Engineer – Oakdale, MN – Mesabi Control Engineering
$38.00 – $52.00/hour + $15.00/hour Field Pay + 100% Medical Coverage for Employee & Family!
We are seeking a skilled Controls Service Engineer to join a global automation leader with over 30 years of experience in rubber compounding control systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a company that offers exceptional benefits, a collaborative team environment, and the opportunity to travel while making a measurable impact on industrial automation systems.
Position Details:
- Title: Controls Service Engineer
- Location: Oakdale, MN
- Status: Full-Time | Field-Based Travel As Needed
Ideal Candidate:
- Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited) or equivalent work experience
- 5+ years of progressive controls engineering experience
- Proficient in PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Block Diagram)
- Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and Mitsubishi PLCs
- Skilled in HMI/SCADA systems including Allen-Bradley FT View ME/SE
- Ability to create P&I diagrams and control panel designs using CAD
- Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills
- Authorized to work in the U.S. and able to pass background/drug screening
Key Responsibilities:
- Support, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC hardware and software for clients
- Travel to customer sites as needed for service, training, or commissioning
- Provide technical support and expertise on automation products and systems
- Maintain and update documentation for PLC systems (wiring diagrams, schematics, manuals)
- Mentor junior engineers and provide on-the-job training
- Assist in preparing estimates for change requests and customer needs
- Conduct training for clients and internal staff on PLC system functionality
Company Info:
- Company: Mesabi Control Engineering
- Headquarters: Oakdale, MN (with German parent company)
- Founded: 30+ years ago
- Team Size: 50+ employees
- Industries: Automation Machinery Manufacturing
- Work Scope: Installation, Commissioning, Training, Support
Compensation & Benefits:
- Hourly Rate: $38.00 – $52.00/hour (based on experience)
- Field Pay: Additional $15.00/hour when on-site
- Health: 100% Employer-Paid Medical for Employee & Family
- Retirement: 401(k) with Company Match
- Tools: Company laptop and equipment provided
- PTO: Vacation negotiable based on experience, plus holidays
- Work Schedule: Hybrid options negotiable with hiring manager
If you’re looking for a technically challenging and rewarding career with global project exposure and top-tier benefits, this is your next move. Join a company where your expertise makes a difference!
