Controls Engineer

Description

Summary: The Controls Engineer develops, validates, and releases electronic control products and software-enabled features, interpreting customer needs into functional solutions. Highlights: 1. Lead cross-functional activities for new product development and enhancements 2. Serve as a technical resource for control systems and product functionality 3. Contribute to continuous learning and technical development Resumen: See Below Responsabilidades: **Job Summary** The Controls Engineer is responsible for the development, validation, and release of electronic control products, software\-enabled features, and supporting applications used in Hussmann equipment. This role interprets customer needs, translates them into functional control solutions, and leads cross‑functional activities related to new product development, customer\-driven requests, and existing product improvements. The engineer will also provide technical support to internal teams and customers, ensuring reliable, safe, and effective control system performance. **Key Responsibilities** **Controls \& Electronics Engineering** * Capture functional requirements and create design documentation for electronic control systems and PC based applications. * Coordinate with suppliers and development partners to improve electronic designs for cost, quality, reliability, and functionality. * Review system‑level control assemblies including embedded PCs, PLCs, power supplies, displays, sensors, wiring harnesses, and communication interfaces. * Analyze and validate application‑specific electronics and 3rd‑party components for system compatibility and regulatory compliance. * Perform system‑level and component‑level validation, testing, and analysis to ensure proper control operation and customer\-driven functionality. * Support validation of software behavior in control systems, including troubleshooting and identifying improvements. * Contribute to the development of manuals, instructions, test procedures, user documentation, and technical bulletins. **Project Leadership \& Cross‑Functional Collaboration** * Work closely with Product Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Marketing, Field Service, and other teams to support new product development and product enhancements. * Serve as a technical resource for field technicians, sales teams, and customers regarding control system behavior and product functionality. * Create and communicate project plans, tasks, and deliverables; present concise updates at key milestones. * Lead and support engineering activities required to meet KPIs, timelines, and customer expectations. * Leverage internal and external experts to incorporate emerging technologies into Hussmann products and create competitive advantages. **Continuous Improvement \& Technical Development** * Utilize diagnostic tools, validation equipment, and instrumentation to support development and troubleshooting of electronic control systems. * Apply a strong understanding of refrigeration system behavior to evaluate control logic, sensor usage, and system protection strategies. * Participate in continuous learning to grow expertise in electronics, control systems, refrigeration principles, and software validation. * Support improvement of manufacturing processes through documentation, procedures, and control\-related best practices. **Required Qualifications** * Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field. * 3\+ years of hands\-on experience with electronic control development, validation, or related HVAC/R control applications. * Experience with Bill of Material Structures and Engineering Change processes. * Technical understanding of refrigeration systems, sensors, and control strategies. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and troubleshooting abilities. * Experience validating control system functionality at application and component levels. * PLCs, embedded systems, ladder logic, structured text, or basic programming languages. * Networking protocols (Ethernet, IP, UDP) and control protocols (CAN, BACnet, Modbus). * Altium or other EDA tools (a plus, not required). * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting abilities. * Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment. * Strong ownership, accountability, and solution‑driven mindset.