Controls Engineer

Do you have a passion for advanced process and fixture design? We’re hiring a Controls Engineer for our company’s headquarters in Bridgeton, Missouri. If you possess:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or controls engineering
• 3 years of relevant work experience
• PLC and HMI programming and diagnostics experience

Hunter could be a great fit for you! Family owned since 1946, Hunter Engineering is the global industry-leader in wheel alignment systems, wheel balancing systems, vehicle inspection systems, and more. Hunter equipment, made in America, is approved, and used by vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and dealers in over 130 countries. Hunter was named a 2022 finalist for Best Places to Work award by St. Louis Business Journal.

What you will do:

• Design controls systems for assembly and test equipment needed to support production processes.
• Develop code and programs for equipment controls and user interfaces using several different platforms (C, C , PLC)
• Generate schematics and drawings for control systems.
• Perform pneumatic assembly and electrical wiring.
• Oversees equipment builds, qualifications, and implementations.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers at all manufacturing sites.
• Investigate new technologies for manufacturing process needs.
• DFMA analysis of both new and existing products
• Provide technical advice and support for AME and R&D Engineering.
• Assist in troubleshooting existing production equipment.
• Other assignments as deemed appropriate by the supervisor and/or manager.
• 10-20% work travel required.

Additional Qualifications Include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering.
• 3 years' professional experience in a similar role, 5-10 years' professional experience preferred.
• C, C , PLC, and HMI programming and diagnostics experience.
• Extensive knowledge of electronic parts and specifications.
• Strong leadership skills working in a collaborative environment.
• Proven Project Management experience.
• Effective communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• Experience assisting with NPIs.
• 2D AutoCAD and schematic creation.
• Powered holding and test equipment design experience.
• Experience with robotic and automated cells, preferred.
• Experience with 3D CAD software, Creo preferred.
• Capital equipment procurement experience, preferred.

Hunter Fosters a Culture of:

• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
• Appreciation & Recognition
• Advancement Opportunities
• Pay for Performance

Some Benefits and Perks Include:

• Industry Leading Healthcare
• Industry Leading Profit-Sharing Plan w/ Safe Harbor Contribution
• Generous Paid Time Away
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Parental Leave
• Free Onsite Fitness & Recreation Center

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Our people come first as we aim for excellence. We value work/life balance and take pride in our culture of excellence, respect, innovation, teamwork, and service to others. Will you join us in our mission to ‘align people and innovation to drive excellence?’

IND2