Engineer- Controls II ; Night Shift

Position Overview

We are seeking an Engineer - Controls II USA (Night Shift) to join our team at Trinity. This entry-level corporate controls role supports manufacturing operations through equipment implementation/startup, development of electrical controls systems/designs, PLC/HMI programming, data collection, and process optimization. The position requires a PM shift from 6:00PM to 6:10AM and involves a rotating 36/48-hour work week schedule with work on every other Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports manufacturing facilities, including remote support of worldwide operations.
• Designs, programs, and coordinates small-scale control systems and projects.
• Assists with the coordination of new equipment installation and implementation.
• Maintains and updates manufacturing process tool electrical drawings, ensuring documentation of equipment changes.
• Troubleshoots and resolves equipment controls related issues.
• Interfaces with multiple departments to ensure adherence to corporate controls policies and standards.
• Assists senior engineers on large projects and fosters team building through effective communication.
• Ensures adherence to all safety procedures and maintains good housekeeping standards.

Required Qualifications

• Associates/Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 1–5 years of manufacturing equipment controls engineering experience.
• Understands controls engineering techniques and practices applicable to global facilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical/electronic control systems.
• Familiarity with global manufacturing processes and safety requirements.
• Proficient use of AutoDesk AutoCAD for creating electrical schematics and panel layouts.
• Experience programming Rockwell Automation Logix platform PLCs (including ladder logic and function block diagram).
• Experience programming Rockwell Automation HMIs such as Panel View Plus, Panel View Plus CE, and Factory Talk View ME/SE.
• Knowledge in designing, programming, and commissioning control networks like ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, and/or Ethernet.
• Familiarity with robotic systems including programming, safety requirements, and design/implementation practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer hardware/applications.
• Basic understanding of corporate Ethernet and server architectures.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proven problem solving abilities.