Mechatronics Controls Engineer, Specialist

Position Name: Controls Engineer Specialist (Engineering Instrumentation and Control Engineer Specialist)

Position Location: Kalamazoo MI or Bethlehem PA

Report to: Innovation Manager

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We are seeking a technically strong and innovation-driven Controls Engineer responsible for developing integrating and validating control system solutions for mechatronic products and systems. This role focuses on controls architecture PLC programming diagnostics and system validation while working closely with electrical mechanical product management and supplier teams to deliver robust and manufacturable solutions. The position builds on Flowserves existing emphasis on integrated controls intelligent diagnostics and cross-functional product development.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide other controls and electrical engineers on executing the overall controls architecture vision
• Controls System Development - Define and develop controls architecture for mechatronic systems including remote monitoring connectivity and intelligent diagnostics.
• Lead platform and device selection to meet product requirements including modularity scalability and system performance
• System Integration - Integrate electrical mechanical and controls components so the overall system performs the required tasks.
• PLC Programming - Create edit and maintain control programs using PLC tools such as ABB Automation Builder Allen-Bradley CODESYS Unitronics and related platforms.
• Requirements Support - Help translate product and system needs into clear controls requirements and technical solutions.
• Validation and Testing - Support validation planning system testing and troubleshooting to verify product performance and reliability.
• Diagnostics and Innovation - Improve controls functionality and enhance integration between mechanical components and intelligent control features especially diagnostics.
• Cross-functional Collaboration - Work with mechanical engineers electrical engineers product management project management and suppliers to meet technical timing and customer requirements.
• Technical Documentation - Contribute to design requirements development documentation validation records and technical reviews.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Controls Engineering Mechatronics or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience in Control Systems Mechatronic Product Development Industrial Power and Control Panels or related industrial technologies.
• Demonstrated success developing new products technologies or engineered solutions from concept through prototyping testing and validation.
• Strong capability in PLC programming and controls logic development
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently lead technical efforts and contribute as a subject matter expert within a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to travel up to 20% domestic and international

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with CODESYS and fieldbus
• Experience with industrial devices such as VFDs Motion Controllers Sensors I/O.
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as Modbus Profinet and Ethernet.
• Experience with industrial panel or system validation in a product development environment.
• Exposure to mechatronics connected products or intelligent diagnostics solutions.