Career Opportunity: Senior Software Engineer (Contract-to-Perm) with KPI Solutions in Cincinnati, OH

6-month contract to permanent | Hybrid / Position is based in Cincinnati, OH

Do you want to build software that controls real-world warehouse automation (WES/WCS)? Are you excited to own customer-facing features end-to-end—from requirements through production rollout? Do you want to modernize and scale a platform using Java, Spring-based microservices, and RESTful APIs? If so, then this role is for you!

KPI is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our Software Group on a 6-month contract-to-hire basis. You’ll help design, develop, and evolve our Warehouse Execution and Control Systems (WES/WCS), software that serves as the central nervous system for advanced materials-handling environments.

This role is a great fit for a senior engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and working directly with customers on real-world automation solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and customize KPI’s Warehouse Execution and Control System (WES/WCS) for new and existing customers.
• Collaborate with internal teams on analysis, architecture, development, and testing of software solutions.
• Work directly with customers to gather requirements and implement tailored system customizations.
• Participate in the evolution of software architecture, tools, and frameworks working with technologies such as Java, Angular, Spring/Spring-based microservices, MS SQL Server, RESTful APIs, and JDBC/iBatis/Stored Procedures.
• Support system configuration, solution analysis, and occasional end-user training at client sites (approximately 25% travel).
• Communicate effectively across engineering, product, and stakeholder teams.
• Develop deep expertise in materials handling automation and warehouse technologies.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5-7 years of professional software development experience.
• Strong experience with Java, Angular, and SQL (or similar tech stacks).
• Proven expertise writing and maintaining complex SQL queries.
• Experience developing resilient Springbased microservices.
• Solid understanding of API design for clientserver applications, including RESTful APIs.
• Proactive mindset around best practices, security, and modern development approaches.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Why Join KPI Solutions?

• High ownership, high impact: you’ll set standards and build the platform other engineers ship on.
• Modernization work: containerization, automation, observability, and security improvements that matter in production.
• Cross-regional collaboration: partner closely with our EMEA DevOps teammate to build repeatable operations.
• Hybrid flexibility: onsite Mon-Wed, remote Thu-Fri.

Ready to Apply?

Apply if you’re excited to own automation, reliability, and secure delivery—and to turn POCs into production improvements.

KPI Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO/M/F/D/V).

No third‑party applications, please.

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ABOUT THE TEAM

We are seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to support flight line operations in Victorville, CA before relocating to Arsenal-1 in Q1 2027. This role is on the Quality Engineering team and will focus on quality assurance and process integrity for aircraft operations, integration, and testing directly on the flight line. Your expertise will bridge development engineering, production, and field operations to ensure aircraft functionality and performance under real-world conditions. You will have direct involvement with diagnosing and resolving issues as they arise in the field, providing critical support to the aircraft’s final integration, troubleshooting, and operational readiness.

ABOUT THE ROLE

In this role as a Senior Quality Engineer, the ideal candidate would support operations at our Victorville, CA facility before joining our rapidly growing team in Ashville, OH. This is a dynamic and hands-on position with opportunities in managing flight-line quality assurance activities and driving improvements in the aircraft integration process. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-stakes environment, loves to implement innovative solutions, and takes ownership of ensuring precision and quality during critical phases of aircraft ground and flight operations.

**This role requires candidates to relocate to Victorville, CA until Q1 2027. Housing, transportation, etc. will be provided during your stay. Following completion of flight line duties at our Victorville site, this role would then turn into a full time position at our Arsenal-1 facility in Ashville, OH.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Personify quality oversight and support during aircraft maintenance, ground testing, and flight testing. Monitor flight line activities to ensure adherence to stringent quality standards, safety protocols, and detailed technical procedures.
• Conduct thorough pre-flight checks and audits to verify the readiness of systems, structures, and components. Develop and execute inspection systems tailored to flight line and operational support requirements.
• Lead RCCA initiatives specifically targeting issues arising during test and maintenance, and sustainment. Address in-field non-conformance issues and resolve immediate defects impacting operational readiness.
• Partner closely with manufacturing engineers, test engineers, field operations teams, and pilots to resolve technical and quality issues. Evaluate system & process performance directly within operational environments.
• Provide real-time technical and quality support during flight testing, ensuring data is accurately captured, defects are analyzed, and adjustments are rapidly implemented in subsequent iterations.
• Drive continuous improvement of flight line processes, testing protocols, and operator procedures to mitigate risks and enhance operational efficiency.
• Support quality documentation efforts specific to flight-line activities, including inspection logs, NCR metrics, pre-flight investigation reports, and detailed performance summaries.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar technical field
• 5+ years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing, flight test, sustainment, or Engineering roles with direct involvement in aircraft testing activities
• Strong working knowledge of aviation systems, subsystems integration, and mechanical/electrical manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with flight-line processes, operational readiness requirements, and troubleshooting under time constraints
• Experience working directly with DCMA and military customers from enlisted to senior officers.
• Knowledge of government regulations affecting aviation systems, defense contracts, and flight certification
• Experience with quality management of complex systems such as propulsion , flight controls, avionics, mission systems, fuel, hydraulics, and structural components
• Hands-on experience with pre-flight and post-flight inspection guidelines, quality audits, and troubleshooting processes
• Expertise in product quality methodologies such as FMEA, APQP, and FAI
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) applied to aerospace systems
• Experience working with measurement tools
• Demonstrated ability to drive projects to completion in fast-paced environments requiring quick decision-making
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years of experience with military aircraft flight line operations, quality systems, or production processes
• Working knowledge of AS9100, AS6500, and ISO 9001-based quality management systems
• Familiarity with IPC standards for electronics and MIL standards for aerial vehicle integration
• Experience with Manufacturing Readiness Levels
• Hands-on experience using Teamcenter, SolidWorks/NX, Jira, and manufacturing execution systems

Job Summary of the Sr. Engineer, Quality Control

The Sr. Engineer, Quality Control is a self-motivated individual that can provide test method optimization and qualification support through implementation of new processes, instrumentation, cost savings, and continuous improvements. The position will support the required action steps and compliance to meet Biologics requirements, while introducing lean processes into the laboratory. Position will ensure QC lab complies with applicable standards and regulations and partner with various APC and/or corporate departments to complete required testing, qualifications, and documentation.

Requirements of the Sr. Engineer, Quality Control

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry/biology, or closely related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Quality Control laboratory, R&D Laboratory, or Quality Engineering preferably in a Biologics or Pharmaceutical related field.
• Understanding of quality control instrumentation, troubleshooting, including data integrity and qualification
• Leadership skills to support the analytical team (encompassing ELISA, pH, osmolality, KF, UV assay, eventually LC)
• Problem solving using root cause methodologies including lean
• Applying statistics and software in data analysis (example Minitab)
• Quality system regulations and requirements (examples 21 CFR part 600, 21 CFR Part 1271, 21 CFR Part 210/211)
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certified

Responsibilities of the Sr. Engineer, Quality Control

The specific duties of the Sr. Engineer, Quality Control include but are not limited to:

• Partner with QC Lab Management on ongoing and new process improvements, efficiency improvements, and cross-training. This includes any validation addendums or improvements and optimization of systems.
• Develop protocols for projects such as method improvements, oversee execution of the protocols, author final reports and manage approval and implementation.
• Direct the completion of Qualification and Re-Qualification requirements for QC Lab Instrumentation and new equipment. Contribute to validation planning for new and existing processes, instrumentation, or methods.
• Drive completion of OOS investigations, deviations, and change control for QC and work with QS to improve investigation module and reports related to all testing completed at APC or contract labs. Partner with Corporate Quality as required.
• Confer with external and internal departments (example Operations, Corporate Quality, Engineering, Regulatory, Quality Assurance, Quality Systems) concerning various projects and actions required.
• Lead and participate in BLA support including PAI action steps, audit actions, document/procedural updates, MOC creation/execution, CAPAs.
• Define and implement automation and new capital projects to optimize QC Lab
• Prepares reports and presentations by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data, making
• Provide statistical data support for various Lean projects within Develop any Project Charters required for Lab Improvement/cost savings projects.
• Lead Quality Control issue resolution by applying root cause
• Participate in FDA inspections and internal
• Deploying proactive quality controls for consistent and predictable quality
• Establish and track metrics for monitoring laboratory
• Report to management on quality issues and
• Provide functional support as needed for all team

Location

913 Industrial Drive Place, Vandalia, OH  45377

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Benefits/Compensation

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Chief Engineer of Fury System Architecture & Design is for Fury. You will conceive, define, and optimize the system's architecture, core functionalities, and performance from concept ideation through detailed design definition and validation. This role drives the technical roadmap for Fury, ensuring it embodies cutting-edge autonomy, aerospace engineering, and robust mission capability. Your focus is the intrinsic design, performance, and functionality of the system, collaborating to ensure manufacturability without directly managing production.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Define the end-to-end technical vision, system architecture, and strategic design roadmap for Fury UAS, translating mission requirements into innovative engineering solutions.
• Lead the conceptualization, detailed design, multi-domain analysis (aerodynamics, structures, thermal, EMI/EMC), and rigorous optimization of all Fury subsystems (airframe, propulsion, avionics, flight controls, sensors, autonomy hardware) for unparalleled performance, reliability, and survivability.
• Lead and mentor multi-disciplinary design engineering teams (aerospace, mechanical, electrical, software, GNC, autonomy hardware) through the full product design lifecycle.
• Drive critical design decisions, trade studies, and technical risk assessments that define Fury's capabilities.
• Collaborate intimately with Systems Engineering, Software, Autonomy, and GNC teams for seamless integration and optimal overall system performance.
• Serve as the principal engineering interface to strategic technology partners for advanced component research, evaluation, and technical specification.
• Champion Design for X principles (e.g., Performance, Reliability, Test, Upgradeability) from early design stages.
• Oversee selection and mastery of advanced engineering tools (MBSE, CAD/CAE, CFD, FEA, virtual prototyping, digital twin) to accelerate design cycles and rigorously validate system performance.
• Communicate design maturity, technical risks, and strategic technology insertion plans to senior leadership.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years progressive leadership in aerospace system architecture, deep technical design, and full lifecycle development of complex autonomous flight systems, including leading multi-disciplinary design teams through conceptualization, detailed design, and rigorous validation.
• Proven ability to define, decompose, and manage complex system requirements, architecting innovative solutions and guiding technical trade-offs.
• Strong track record delivering groundbreaking, high-performing aerospace designs, balancing ambition with rigorous analysis and integrity.
• Deep and broad understanding of aerospace system architecture, flight dynamics, propulsion, avionics, sensor integration, autonomy hardware/software, and complex flight control systems.
• Expertise in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and proficiency with advanced analytical/simulation tools (CFD, FEA, MATLAB/Simulink) for design optimization and performance prediction.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a data-driven, first-principles-based, and results-oriented mindset.
• Effective communicator capable of driving alignment across highly technical, multi-disciplinary engineering teams and influencing senior technical and business stakeholders.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-graduate degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Experience architecting entirely new aerospace platforms or revolutionary system concepts from a blank slate.
• Direct experience integrating AI/ML-driven decision-making, perception, and advanced autonomy into core flight system designs.
• Expertise in advanced materials science and structural design for extreme aerospace environments.
• Experience in a high-growth startup or advanced R&D defense environment, emphasizing agile design iteration and rapid proof-of-concept validation.
• Professional certifications such as CSEP, INCOSE ESEP.
• Track record managing design engineering across multiple concurrent, complex aerospace programs.
• Familiarity with digital twin technologies for design validation, virtual commissioning, and predictive performance analytics during the design phase.
• Prior experience leading 'design-to-cost' and 'design-to-performance' initiatives from concept through verification.

Build the Path Forward

 At Path Robotics, we’re building the future of embodied intelligence. Our AI-driven systems enable robots to adapt, learn, and perform in the real world closing the skilled labor gap and transforming industries. We go beyond traditional methods, combining perception, reasoning, and control to deliver field-ready AI that is risk-aware, reliable, and continuously improving through real-world use.

Big, hard problems are our everyday work, and our team of intelligent, humble, and driven people make the impossible possible together.

As a Senior Hardware Technician, you own the geometric truth of every cell that leaves our floor. After Controls Bring-Up is complete, you set up a FARO Vantage laser tracker, level the rail, align positioners, and run the RoboDK robot calibration that tells the welder where it actually is within fractions of a millimeter. You'll capture the data, validate it against our tolerances, package it per the cell type, and hand it off to our Logical Bring-Up team. Without your work, the welder is guessing.
This is a precision role for someone who is at home with a laser tracker, comfortable around large industrial robots in teach mode, and gets satisfaction from clean data.

What You’ll Do

• Set up and operate a FARO Vantage laser tracker: tripod, extension, level, warm-up, and stable lock on SMRs.
• Survey and shim the robot transfer unit (RTU) rail to level within tolerance; re-survey for confirmation.
• Align positioner headstocks and tailstocks (single-side, dual-side, dynamic, static, indexable variants) and capture before/after data.
• Establish robot base coordinate systems in Polyworks Inspector via macro — verify Z-up, X-down-track.
• Run RoboDK robot calibration on welder and (where applicable) global scanner robots — base setup, geometric calibration measurement set, and validation poses.
• Capture RTU and positioner / rail-axis data using our Polyworks macros.
• Generate, clean, and export Polyworks coordinate-system and reference-point reports at six-digit decimal precision; export tables to CSV.
• Run our Python script in RoboDK to compute robot calibration error; verify against RoboDK-reported norms and flag any deviation.
• Assemble the per-cell data package (CSV, TXT, PDF) per our File Naming Convention table for the cell variant; upload to the cell's calibration-results folder.
• Walk the bring-up engineer through the data package; obtain written acceptance; tear down and pack out.
• Identify recurring fixturing, build, or alignment issues that show up on the tracker, and feed them back to design and build through our ECR process.
• Help us automate. Half of this job is repetitive (rename a file, change decimal precision, upload). If you can write Python or shell to kill those steps, we want it.
• Maintain our tracker's calibration certificate, SMRs, cabling, and bring-up laptop image; flag re-cal needs proactively.
• Mentor junior techs — we're growing the team, and being a force-multiplier matters here.

Who You Are

• 3+ years hands-on experience with a FARO laser tracker (Vantage / Ion / equivalent) in a manufacturing or contract-metrology environment.
• Working proficiency with Polyworks Inspector — running and modifying macros, generating and editing inspection reports.
• Practical understanding of dimensional metrology fundamentals: GD&T, coordinate systems, alignment, datum structures, measurement uncertainty.
• Comfort working alongside an industrial six-axis robot in teach mode — including basic teach-pendant navigation.
• Disciplined documentation and file-management practices; you understand why naming conventions matter.
• Comfortable working in PPE in an active manufacturing environment.

Preferred but not required:

• RoboDK robot calibration — geometric DH calibration and validation workflows.
• Yaskawa (or other industrial robot) teach-pendant familiarity.
• Python scripting — even basic file-rename / upload automation is a big plus.
• 3D CAD (SolidWorks) and converting CAD models into RoboDK stations.
• Experience with multiple tracker platforms (Leica, Hexagon) or photogrammetry systems.
• Manufacturer training certificates from FARO, InnovMetric, or RoboDK.
• Experience writing or editing Confluence procedure pages, work instructions, or training materials.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Daily free lunch to keep you fueled and connected with the team
• Flexible PTO so you can take the time you need, when you need it
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 6 weeks fully paid parental leave, plus an additional 6–8 weeks for birthing parents (12–14 weeks total)
• 401(k) retirement plan through Empower
• Generous employee referral bonuses—help us grow our team!

Who We Are

At Path Robotics we love coming to work to solve interesting and tough challenges but also because our ideas are welcomed and valued. We encourage unique thinking and are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or any part of the hiring process, please contact HR@path-robotics.com. We are committed to providing equal access and will work with qualified individuals to ensure a fair and accessible hiring experience. We will respond to your request within 48 hours.

Build the Path Forward

At Path Robotics, we’re building the future of embodied intelligence. Our AI-driven systems enable robots to adapt, learn, and perform in the real world, closing the skilled labor gap and transforming industries. We go beyond traditional methods, combining perception, reasoning, and control to deliver field-ready AI that is risk-aware, reliable, and continuously improving through real-world use.

Big, complex problems are our everyday work, and our team of intelligent, humble, and driven people makes the impossible possible together.

We’re looking for an Electrical Engineer to design, build, and refine the electrical foundation behind our automation platform. You’ll own critical electrical systems from concept through deployment, ensuring performance, safety, reliability, and scalability across advanced automated equipment and robotic welding cells. This role offers hands-on ownership, technical depth, and the opportunity to directly influence how modern automation products are designed, built, and deployed.

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement scalable electrical systems for advanced automated equipment and robotic welding cells using SOLIDWORKS Electrical.
• Develop and maintain complete electrical documentation packages, including schematics, panel layouts, I/O lists, cable schedules, power distribution diagrams, and BOMs.
• Architect power distribution systems, grounding strategies, and protection schemes to ensure safety, robustness, and compliance.
• Specify and validate electrical components including PLCs, power supplies, breakers, contactors, safety devices, VFDs, servos, and motion systems.
• Develop, test, and debug PLC software across multiple platforms (e.g., Allen-Bradley / Studio 5000 and Delta PLCs / CODESYS) where applicable.
• Integrate third-party electrical subsystems and ensure seamless system-level performance.
• Lead machine safety design efforts, contribute to risk assessments, and support compliance with relevant electrical and industrial safety standards.
• Partner with supply chain and manufacturing to optimize BOM cost, part standardization, availability, and build efficiency.
• Support systems through build, FAT, installation, and commissioning, troubleshooting electrical issues and improving future deployments.
• Drive continuous improvement by feeding field learnings back into design standards, documentation, and component selection.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, controls, robotics, and product teams to deliver cohesive system designs.

Who You Are

• 2–6+ years of experience designing and deploying industrial electrical systems for automated equipment or machinery.
• Strong experience creating electrical schematics and panel designs using SOLIDWORKS Electrical (or similar ECAD tools).
• Solid understanding of power distribution, circuit protection, grounding, and industrial wiring standards.
• Experience working with PLC hardware and industrial controls components (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Delta, or similar platforms).
• Familiarity with machine safety systems, including safety PLCs, safety I/O, and risk assessment processes.
• Experience with robotic automation systems is a plus, ideally robotic welding applications (Yaskawa robots, Miller welding equipment, or similar).
• Thinks in terms of scalable, standardized designs that improve reliability, safety, and deployment efficiency.
• Comfortable testing, validating, and iterating on electrical designs using real-world feedback.
• Understands the cost, availability, and lifecycle implications of component selection and works effectively with supply chain partners.
• Communicates clearly, collaborates well across disciplines, and takes ownership of outcomes from concept through field deployment.
• Curious and motivated to continuously improve system performance, safety, cost, and manufacturability

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Daily free lunch to keep you fueled and connected with the team
• Flexible PTO so you can take the time you need, when you need it
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 6 weeks fully paid parental leave, plus an additional 6–8 weeks for birthing parents (12–14 weeks total)
• 401(k) retirement plan through Empower
• Generous employee referral bonuses—help us grow our team!

Who We Are

At Path Robotics, we love coming to work to solve interesting and tough challenges, but also because our ideas are welcomed and valued. We encourage unique thinking and are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or any part of the hiring process, please contact HR@path-robotics.com. We are committed to providing equal access and will work with qualified individuals to ensure a fair and accessible hiring experience. We will respond to your request within 48 hours.

Electrical Engineer (Intermediate to Senior Level)

Location: Columbus, Ohio (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? LAPORTE, a consulting engineering firm with 25 years of experience and a strong presence in North America and Europe, is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our growing team. With 25 offices and over 480 employees worldwide, we specialize in delivering innovative solutions for the pharmaceutical and food & beverage industries.

At LAPORTE, we offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Compensatory Paid Time Off (PTO)
• A Flexible Work Environment that values work-life balance
• Opportunities for Professional Growth

Join us and become part of a supportive, collaborative team that encourages creativity and efficiency every day.

Key Responsibilities

• As an Electrical Engineer, you will lead and support electrical engineering requirements and construction packages for client projects.
• Manage and execute electrical design projects
• Load list development
• Conductor sizing
• Overcurrent protective device (OCPD) sizing
• Lighting and switchgear design
• Cost estimates and equipment specification
• Oversee facility electrical design aspects including low-voltage facility electrical distribution systems
• Backup systems, grounding, fire alarms, lighting controls, and security systems
• Collaborate with project teams while supervising and mentoring team members.
• Execute full lifecycle project support, including system design, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning.
• Conduct site surveys and provide on-site support during installation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards (NEC, IBC, NFPA 101, ASHRAE, IECC).
• Develop project deliverables using AutoCAD and Revit.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology required.
• EIT certification preferred; PE licensure is optional but a plus.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years in manufacturing or consulting environments executing electrical power system design projects as a designer or design engineer.

Technical Expertise:

• Proficiency in managing medium-scale electrical projects, including client coordination, system design, and bid package preparation.
• Experience with low-voltage (LV) systems design: lighting, fire alarm signaling, security systems, access control, etc. typical in MEP bid packages.
• Familiarity with distribution design: sizing/specifying equipment, conductors, and protection for LV/MV facility electrical distribution systems.
• Experienced with National Electrical Code, International Building Code, and other relevant building codes.

Project Management Skills:

• Ability to schedule design/construction activities and estimate costs using software tools (MS Project).

Software Knowledge:

• Experience with ETAP or SKM is a plus.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is highly desirable.

Additional Skills:

• Strong leadership and organizational abilities with a focus on relationship management.
• Ability to influence clients, suppliers, and peers to adopt engineering best practices.
• Flexibility to travel (10–20%) to external manufacturing sites for surveys and meetings.

Why Join LAPORTE?

At LAPORTE, we are passionate about engineering excellence. Our team thrives on collaboration and innovation while maintaining a strong commitment to work-life balance. If you’re looking for a challenging yet rewarding role where your expertise will make a difference in cutting-edge industries like pharmaceuticals and food & beverage manufacturing—this is the opportunity for you! Apply Today!

We’re excited to meet you! Submit your application today to join the LAPORTE team and help shape the future of engineering solutions in our industries.

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Senior Controls Engineer

We’re seeking a full-time controls engineer to join our expanding team and contribute to the design, programming, and management of automation projects in the pharmaceutical and food & beverage industries. LAPORTE is a consulting engineering firm which has been in business for 25 years. Today, the company has 25 offices across North America and Europe, and over 480 employees with a passion for engineering.

Join us for a competitive salary, compensatory PTO, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that emphasizes professional growth. We believe in a flexible working environment that values work-life balance while encouraging efficiency and creativity on a daily basis.

The Controls Engineer will:

• Lead and support the design of automation projects, developing specifications for control panels, networks, and software (primarily Allen-Bradley PLC/PACs and Factorytalk View ME/SE HMI and SCADA).
• Translate process or packaging applications into detailed construction packages for control panel designs and electrical installation scopes. Construction packages typical include equipment arrangement drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, control panel drawings, etc.
• Mentor and supervise project team members, enhancing team collaboration and project execution.
• Provide comprehensive lifecycle support for projects, including system design, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning.
• Perform site surveys and offer hands-on support during installation, focusing on control system deployment.
• Adhere to and ensure compliance with relevant codes (UL508A, NEC) and standards.
• Engage in diverse projects, enhancing your engineering and project management skills.
• Travel expectations are dependent on specific project requirements by typically require 1-3 days for an initial site visit and then a return trip to lead commissioning efforts which may take 1-4 weeks. Overall travel is anticipated to be 20-40%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 6+ years of experience in control systems, manufacturing, or consulting-design environments including experience commissioning systems, preferably as a lead.
• Proficient in automation project tasks including design, client coordination, and bid package preparation.
• Skilled in control panel and network design, instrument selection, and control system programming.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for control panel design and electrical construction packages.
• Familiarity / Experience with electrical engineering construction packages – single line diagrams, panel schedules, power plans, etc.
• Hands-on experience surveying existing control installations and preparing as-built conditions of systems.
• Experience surveying and planning control systems projects without support of a manager.
• Hands-on experience with Rockwell Automation software—Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 for PLC programming and FactoryTalk View ME / SE for HMI and SCADA development.

Intermediate Controls Engineer - Hybrid - Columbus, Ohio

We’re seeking a full-time controls engineer to join our expanding team and contribute to the design, programming, and management of automation projects in the pharmaceutical and food & beverage industries. LAPORTE is a consulting engineering firm which has been in business for 25 years. Today, the company has 25 offices across North America and Europe, and over 480 employees with a passion for engineering.

Join us for a competitive salary, compensatory PTO, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that emphasizes professional growth. We believe in a flexible working environment that values work-life balance while encouraging efficiency and creativity on a daily basis.

The Controls Engineer will:

• Lead and support the design of automation projects, developing specifications for control panels, networks, and software (primarily Allen-Bradley PLC/PACs and Factorytalk View ME/SE HMI and SCADA).
• Translate process or packaging applications into detailed construction packages for control panel designs and electrical installation scopes. Construction packages typical include equipment arrangement drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, control panel drawings, etc.
• Mentor and supervise project team members, enhancing team collaboration and project execution.
• Provide comprehensive lifecycle support for projects, including system design, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning.
• Perform site surveys and offer hands-on support during installation, focusing on control system deployment.
• Adhere to and ensure compliance with relevant codes (UL508A, NEC) and standards.
• Engage in diverse projects, enhancing your engineering and project management skills.
• Travel expectations are dependent on specific project requirements by typically require 1-3 days for an initial site visit and then a return trip to lead commissioning efforts which may take 1-4 weeks. Overall travel is anticipated to be 20-40%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 2-6 years of experience in control systems, manufacturing, or consulting-design environments including experience commissioning systems, preferably as a lead.
• Proficient in automation project tasks including design, client coordination, and bid package preparation.
• Skilled in control panel and network design, instrument selection, and control system programming.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for control panel design and electrical construction packages.
• Familiarity / Experience with electrical engineering construction packages – single line diagrams, panel schedules, power plans, etc.
• Hands-on experience surveying existing control installations and preparing as-built conditions of systems.
• Experience surveying and planning control systems projects without support of a manager.
• Hands-on experience with Rockwell Automation software—Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 for PLC programming and FactoryTalk View ME / SE for HMI and SCADA development.

Job Summary

This is a hands-on, activity-driven role ideal for someone who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a dynamic team responsible for driving sales of all Phoenix Contact products by combining engineering knowledge with strong interpersonal and business skills. The Sales Engineer (OEM) plays a key role in identifying growth opportunities, building relationships with potential and existing developing customers, and supporting the sales pipeline through consistent outreach and follow-up. This role involves identifying customer needs, recommending suitable products or solutions, and providing technical support throughout the sales process. The Sales Engineer (OEM) works closely with our Channel and Field Application Engineering teams to ensure customer satisfaction and achieve sales targets. This role focuses on deepening relationships within assigned accounts, driving growth opportunities, and expanding business engagement to maximize long-term value.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed territory sales quotas as established by the RSM and/or Vice President—Field Sales.
• Be proficient in BASE selling skills and implement to build strong customer relationships.
• Generate new opportunities within assigned accounts through ongoing communication, relationship development, and collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Support the preparation of proposals, presentations, and sales materials.
• Maintain and update CRM systems with accurate client information. Fully utilize the CRM as a communication, reporting, measurement, and tracking tool to enhance productivity.
• Collaborate with the entire Phoenix Contact team to align efforts, effectively communicate both verbally and written.
• Track and report on business development activities and performance metrics.
• Differentiate Phoenix Contact from other component vendors by building “partner” relationships with customers.
• Focus on the customer by averaging a minimum of 16 to 20 sales calls per week.
• Be proficient in and drive the use of all sales tools provided to support local markets.
• Work closely with Harrisburg Product teams to aid in the development of field presentations and application notes.
• Proactively utilize all resources and sales tools to maximize productivity, responsiveness, and customer delight.
• Continue personal development through an effective skill-building program as determined by the RSM, Director of Sales, and/or the Harrisburg Training Department.
• Demonstrate technical competence on all products/solutions within the area of focus.
• Provide forecasts and reports to RSM as required.
• Independently and/or in conjunction with regional management, develop and implement effective Mutual Action Plans with assigned customer locations.
• Deliver presentations and hands-on demonstrations of Phoenix Contact products, applications, and technology for the purpose of product sales.
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge on all Phoenix Contact products/solutions.
• Qualify and follow up on all opportunities within the assigned account portfolio.
• Follow up on all quotations within the assigned account portfolio.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree preferred.
• Technical discipline preferred and/or equivalent experience.
• 1 to 3 years minimum sales experience in the electronics or industrial automation & controls marketplace.
• Experience working with distribution preferred.
• Comfortable conducting regular outreach and check-ins with assigned accounts to maintain engagement and uncover new opportunities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to learn and adapt quickly.

Essential Job Functions

• Must be able to travel via airplane.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel via automobile for up to six hours at a time.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to travel overnight 40% as dictated by assigned territory.
• Comply with company dress code guidelines.
• Punctuality is required.
• Regular and on-time attendance.

Perks & Benefits

Phoenix Contact offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, bonus plan and a generous time off package. There are also a wide variety of additional benefits available including 16 weeks fully paid maternity leave & 10 weeks fully paid paternity leave, auto allowance, life insurance, short & long-term disability, assistance, and more! Base salary: $112,000 - $152,000. Compensation information is made available in good faith. Phoenix Contact USA reserves the right to adjust ranges based on candidate’s experience, location and internal & external equity. 

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