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Controls Engineer

Birmingham, Alabama, United States · On-site

Mid level

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Skills: PLC Programming, HMI Development, Industrial Automation, Electrical Troubleshooting, SCADA Systems

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Newton, Kansas, United States · On-site

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Human Resources Manager

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States · On-site

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Designer - Engineering

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States · On-site

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Manufacturing Engineer

Pueblo, Colorado, United States · On-site

$70k–$100k/yr

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Controls Engineer

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak

Birmingham, Alabama, United States • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree
  • Medical Benefits, Dental Benefits, Vision Benefits, Company Paid Life Insurance, Company Paid Disability Insurance, Paid Holidays
  • Posted 5d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The Controls Engineer is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and improving industrial automation systems to ensure equipment reliability and optimize production. Key tasks include designing and troubleshooting PLC-based control systems and maintaining HMI interfaces.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a manufacturing-related engineering field and at least 3 years of experience in industrial automation. Proficiency with Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLC platforms and the ability to interpret electrical schematics are required.

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Join Our Team at voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak!

Embark on a rewarding career journey with voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak, North America's premier designer and manufacturer of special trackwork. With a legacy spanning 160 years, we lead the industry in shaping the future of rail solutions. As part of the voestalpine Railway Systems global network, we are committed to delivering quality products and services, including rails, turnouts, fastening systems, signaling technologies, and monitoring solutions. Operating with a presence across Canada, the US, and Mexico, we prioritize the well-being of our people, global mobility, and sustainability and innovation.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Skilled, motivated, and results-driven individuals shape our culture demonstrating our core values of Respect, Responsibility, Curiosity, Courage, Passion, and Diversity each day. This commitment is more than shared values; it extends to shared responsibilities for safety and quality, showing genuine care for one another's growth and development, a commitment to our customers, and fostering strong relationships within the Nortrak Team and with our customers.

We are currently looking for a Controls Engineer to join our team in Chicago Heights, Illinois.  

PURPOSE OF POSITION 

The Controls Engineer’s primary focus will be to support, maintain, and improve industrial automation systems within our manufacturing operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring equipment reliability, optimizing production performance, and supporting new and existing automation technologies across the facility.

Safety:

  • Comply with and enforces all Nortrak safety policies and regulations.

 

Quality:

  • Design, program, troubleshoot, and support PLC-based control systems.
  • Develop, modify, and maintain HMI and control system interfaces.
  • Diagnose and resolve electrical, automation, and control-related issues.
  • Support commissioning, startup, and optimization of manufacturing equipment.
  • Ensure control systems comply with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, schematics, and control narratives.

 

On-Time Delivery:

  • Collaborate with maintenance, production, and engineering teams to reduce downtime.

 

Cost:

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and automation upgrades. 

 

People:

  • Must be able to work with production and maintenance personnel, vendors and other Nortrak plant personnel in a team-oriented environment. 

 

ENVIRONMENTAL: 

  • Adhere to Nortrak's Environmental Procedures, Practices and Policies. 

Other duties as assigned. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a manufacturing related engineering field or equivalent experience.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

  • 3+ years of experience in an industrial manufacturing or automation environment.
  • Experience with PLC platforms (Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens preferred).
  • Knowledge of industrial networks, sensors, drives, and control devices.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Occasional off-shift or on-call support may be required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

 

  • Experience with HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols.
  • Knowledge of VFDs, motion control, and machine safety systems.
  • Experience supporting heavy industrial or manufacturing equipment.
  • Exposure to commissioning and capital project support.

 

Physical Demand: 

 

  • Work is primarily performed in a manufacturing environment.
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; occasional standing and walking for your scheduled shift.
  • Must remain stationary for extended periods and move throughout the building to access files.
  • Ability to lift and move equipment or objects up to 20-25 pounds occasionally.
  • Visual requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Occasional travel required, involving walking, standing, sitting, and driving for varying durations.
  • Site inspections required to identify and address safety concerns.
  • Frequent use of hands and arms for dialling phones and using a computer mouse.

 

WORKING LOCATION:

  • Birmingham, Alabama

Benefits:

  • A supportive, family oriented Nortrak Blue culture
  • We provide an environment where Health and Safety is our #1 priority.
  • Career development opportunities and competitive pay progression
  • Competitive medical, dental & vision benefits
  • Company paid life and disability insurance. 
  • Paid holidays and vacation.
  • Retirement plan with matching contributions
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Recognition Programs

If you think you have the necessary qualifications and drive to excel in our team, we invite you to apply now and join us at voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak. Apply today!

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak (“Nortrak”) is a subsidiary of voestalpine AG (www.voestalpine.com) one of Europe’s premier steel producers with over 50,000 employees worldwide. Nortrak is closely affiliated with voestalpine’s Railway Systems group which operates in 21 countries across the globe to provide cutting edge system-based solutions to railroads and transits. Our website is https://www.voestalpine.com/nortrak/en/

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, and any other federal, state, or locally protected classifications. 

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PERFORMANCE ON TRACK®

Industry
Railroad Equipment Manufacturing
Company size
10,001+ employees
Headquarters
Richmond, British Columbia
LinkedIn followers
5,607

With a legacy spanning 160 years, voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak proudly stands as North America’s leading designer and manufacturer of special trackwork for the railway industry. As part of the voestalpine Railway Systems' global network, we are dedicated to shaping the future of rail solutions through quality products and services including rails, turnouts, fastening systems, signaling technologies, and monitoring solutions. Operating with a presence across Canada, the US, and Mexico, we uphold a deep commitment to the well-being of our people, global mobility, sustainability, and innovation. Our belief in systems solutions guides us to develop products and services thinking about the end-to-end system to achieve the greatest possible reliability, availability, maintainability, and safety, with the lowest life cycle costs. This dedication extends beyond mere operational metrics. Our goal is not to meet industry standards, but to exceed them—pioneering solutions that set new benchmarks in railway technology. This is what we call "Performance on Track®". As one of the most sustainable forms of transportation, we believe in the future of the railroads contributing to the global mobility landscape, impacting millions of lives. We specialize in delivering customized solutions, ensuring the efficient and sustainable movement of passengers and goods across extensive railway networks throughout North America. Our people are the foundation of our success. Skilled and motivated individuals shape our culture demonstrating our core values of Respect, Responsibility, Curiosity, Courage, Passion, and Diversity each day. This commitment is more than shared values; it extends to shared responsibilities for safety and quality, showing genuine care for one another's growth and development, and commitment to our customers. Follow our LinkedIn page for updates, industry insights, and career opportunities. Reach out and let's discuss how your journey can align with ours.

Offices: 5500 Parkwood Way, Richmond, British Columbia V6V 2M4, CA · 1740 Pacific Avenue, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82007, US · 2705 S State Street, Chicago Heights, Illinois 60411, US · 3930 Valley East Industrial Drive, Birmingham, Alabama 35217, US · 690 E Kenwood Ave, Decatur, Illinois 62526, US

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About voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak

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PERFORMANCE ON TRACK®

Industry
Railroad Equipment Manufacturing
Company size
10,001+ employees
Headquarters
Richmond, British Columbia
LinkedIn followers
5,607

With a legacy spanning 160 years, voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak proudly stands as North America’s leading designer and manufacturer of special trackwork for the railway industry. As part of the voestalpine Railway Systems' global network, we are dedicated to shaping the future of rail solutions through quality products and services including rails, turnouts, fastening systems, signaling technologies, and monitoring solutions. Operating with a presence across Canada, the US, and Mexico, we uphold a deep commitment to the well-being of our people, global mobility, sustainability, and innovation. Our belief in systems solutions guides us to develop products and services thinking about the end-to-end system to achieve the greatest possible reliability, availability, maintainability, and safety, with the lowest life cycle costs. This dedication extends beyond mere operational metrics. Our goal is not to meet industry standards, but to exceed them—pioneering solutions that set new benchmarks in railway technology. This is what we call "Performance on Track®". As one of the most sustainable forms of transportation, we believe in the future of the railroads contributing to the global mobility landscape, impacting millions of lives. We specialize in delivering customized solutions, ensuring the efficient and sustainable movement of passengers and goods across extensive railway networks throughout North America. Our people are the foundation of our success. Skilled and motivated individuals shape our culture demonstrating our core values of Respect, Responsibility, Curiosity, Courage, Passion, and Diversity each day. This commitment is more than shared values; it extends to shared responsibilities for safety and quality, showing genuine care for one another's growth and development, and commitment to our customers. Follow our LinkedIn page for updates, industry insights, and career opportunities. Reach out and let's discuss how your journey can align with ours.

Offices: 5500 Parkwood Way, Richmond, British Columbia V6V 2M4, CA · 1740 Pacific Avenue, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82007, US · 2705 S State Street, Chicago Heights, Illinois 60411, US · 3930 Valley East Industrial Drive, Birmingham, Alabama 35217, US · 690 E Kenwood Ave, Decatur, Illinois 62526, US

TrackworkHytronicsSwitch ControlRailsSpecial TrackworkRailway SystemsMonitoring SystemsCrosstiesTurnoutsSignaling Technologies
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