Overview
Join LACO – Celebrating 50 Years of Innovation! At LACO Technologies, we have been at the forefront of vacuum and leak testing innovation for 50 years. The systems we design allow our customers to make a difference in many industries.
We are seeking a 4-year degree multi-disciplined Senior Controls Engineer to design, program, and test our custom vacuum and leak testing equipment. The right person will have a firm understanding of PLC programming, industrial automation, and electrical systems. Candidates must have the ability to manage large complex project sizes with skills in both mechanical and electrical industrial automation. Candidates must be adaptive to various project sizes. Projects vary from complex turn-key automation machines to simple cost-effective solutions. The right candidate must exhibit the ability to be a quick learner and pick up the skills and expertise needed to be a successful engineer at LACO. The candidate must be willing to travel to customers for start-up and service work.
LACO\'s customers include SpaceX, Apple, NASA, Northrop Grumman, Lockheed, Boeing, and Merck. We serve Aerospace, Automotive, Medical / Pharmaceutical, and other technology industries, offering a small company feel with big company opportunities, benefits, and technology.
Description and Responsibilities
- Passion for comprehensive system design, control systems, and machine safety
- Ability to manage large complex projects with skills in both mechanical and electrical industrial automation
- Adaptive to various project sizes and types; internalize standards across industries
- Excellent communication with customers and internal shop personnel; work remotely and on-site to meet requirements and timelines
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment with accuracy and decisiveness
- See the big picture while managing multiple details across projects
Skills Required
PLC programming and HMI software proficiency (Allen Bradley, Siemens)Proficient in SolidWorks Electrical SoftwareSkilled in electrical calculations; ability to read, understand and create electrical schematicsStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving on the factory floor, virtually, or on siteFamiliarity with safety standards and wiring; knowledge of NFPA 79Excellent organizational skillsAbility to program and learn cross-platform software per customer needs (including common PLC vendors, LabVIEW, OPC / SCADA)Ability to write and interpret software flow documentsExperience programming in C / C++, Java, etc.Knowledge of leak testing and vacuum technology is a plusExperience in pneumatic design and general industrial automationMicrosoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)Education & Experience
4-year Engineering DegreeMinimum 5 years as a Controls EngineerJob Details
Pay : $110,000+ per year depending on experienceShift : Monday–Friday with some flexibility; participates in a 9 / 80 schedule (every other Friday off)Travel : Up to 25% travel; minimal weekend travelBenefits : Generous benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life, 401K with match, paid holidays, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and moreLocation : Salt Lake CityEqual Opportunity Employer : All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, sex, or status as a protected veteranEOE : Including veteransJ-18808-Ljbffr