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Controls Engineer

DISHER

DISHERdisher.com

Controls Engineer

Posted 1 month ago

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About the job

DISHER specializes in advanced cooling solutions and innovative thermal management. The Controls Engineer designs, develops, tests, and improves electrical/control systems for chillers, collaborating across teams in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Requirements

  • Controls engineering experience
  • PLC programming skills
  • Electrical CAD proficiency
  • Understanding UL certification
  • Troubleshooting skills

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s in Electrical or Controls Eng
  • 5+ years controls experience
  • Ability to develop schematics
  • Experience with UL standards
  • Strong problem-solving skills

Full job description

Controls Engineer - (Hybrid) Knoxville, TN - (Remote) West Michigan

DISHER is currently partnering with an innovative thermal management solutions company in search of a Controls Engineer to join their team. This organization focuses on advanced cooling technologies that help customers improve performance and efficiency across a range of industries. They are a fast-growing startup innovating the best process cooling equipment in the industry, and they’re looking for a Controls Engineer to join their growing team. In this role, you’ll design, develop, test, and improve electrical and control systems for our chiller products, working cross-functionally with mechanical, sales, manufacturing, and supply chain teams. 

This role may be either hybrid in Knoxville, TN area or remote from West MI.

What it's like to work here:

The company is values-driven and focused on delivering cutting-edge cooling solutions through innovation, precision, and collaboration. Team members operate in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where they are encouraged to take ownership, contribute ideas, and continuously improve processes. You’ll join a growing, team-oriented organization that emphasizes both professional development and measurable results while maintaining an entrepreneurial and forward-thinking culture.


What you'll get to do:

  • Develop control system architectures and schematics for new and revised products.
  • Design and specify electrical panels, enclosures, wiring harnesses, I/O layouts, and component selection for production and serviceability.
  • Create and maintain electrical (AC & DC power, control) schematics, and work with other designers/engineers to release backplane assembly and wire harness drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and manufacturing work instructions.
  • Develop and troubleshoot Carel PLC software for chiller control.
  • Ensure control panel and system designs meet UL requirements (e.g. UL60335-2-40) and support UL certification/submission activities; coordinate with testing labs or certifying bodies as needed.
  • Perform risk assessments, design reviews, and DFMEA for control systems; implement safety controls and interlocks per applicable standards.
  • Support product validation: develop test plans, perform commissioning, debug field issues, and iterate designs for manufacturability and reliability.
  • Collaborate with mechanical and manufacturing teams to balance cost, manufacturability, and performance for low-to-mid volume production.
  • Provide technical support for customers and field service teams; create troubleshooting guides and training material.
  • Work with suppliers and manufacturing to support production ramp-up, product & process development, and cost reduction.
  • Create / process Engineering Change Requests (ECR’s) and Orders (ECO’s).
  • Troubleshoot field and production issues; provide root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • Ensure product designs meet applicable regulatory, safety, and quality standards.
  • Support project planning, schedule tracking, design reviews, and documentation.

    • What will make you successful:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or equivalent experience.
    • 5+ years’ experience in controls engineering or related role, focused on product design for low-to-mid volume manufacturing.
    • Hands-on PLC programming experience (Carel, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent); HMI/SCADA development experience preferred.
    • Working knowledge of UL certification process and UL panel-building requirements (e.g. UL508A).
    • Proficient with electrical CAD/schematic tools (EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar) and experience producing manufacturing documentation.
    • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, etc.).
    • Strong troubleshooting and commissioning skills; experience with on-site commissioning is a plus.
    • Demonstrated competence with specifying industrial control components: motor starters, VFDs, contactors, relays, safety devices, and enclosures.
    • Clear technical writing skills and experience creating BOMs, wiring diagrams, and build instructions.
    • Excellent problem solving, collaboration and communication skills.
      • Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience with UL submission paperwork and working directly with testing labs.
    • Experience with low-to-mid volume manufacturing processes and DFM for electrical assemblies.
    • Familiarity with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems and version control.
    • Relevant certifications (e.g., Rockwell/Siemens, NFPA 79 knowledge, safety certifications).
    • Hands-on prototyping and/or test experience.
    • Background in Lean Product Development principles & tools.
    • Basic budgeting and cost containment skills.
    • Basic understanding of ISO 9000 (or similar quality system) design requirements
    • Resilience working in a fast-paced, evolving startup environment with shifting priorities
      • Physical Requirements

      • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
      • Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and work with prototype hardware.


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