Controls Engineer 2

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

**Preferred Candidate Identified**

Level I: Estimated Pay Range: $72,100 (minimum) $90,100 (midpoint) $108,000 (maximum)

Level II: Estimated Pay Range: $87,600 (minimum) $109,500 (midpoint) $131,400 (maximum)

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity 

  • 401(k) match (4.5%)

  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members  

• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays 

• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave 

• Paid parental leave

• Adoption Assistance  

• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits 

• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life 

• Member referral bonus 

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible     Spending 

• Voluntary benefits, including:  

  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts 

  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave 

Are you ready to make your mark?  If you are interested in becoming an Controls Engineer at Woodward, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

This Controls Engineer Level 1 position will be responsible for low complexity automation systems and equipment. In this role, a candidate will work with the engineering team to identify and implement opportunities for converting manual tasks into automated sequences to be performed by a standalone controller, PLC, computer, or robot.

What you will be doing...

Level I & Level II:

• Designs, tests, and supports low-complexity controls and automation systems, ensuring usability and supportability.

• Programs PLCs using ladder logic to manage automated systems.

• Utilizes SCADA systems and Python scripting for automation tasks.

• Works with data acquisition hardware (DAQ) and communication protocols for machinery connectivity.

• Programs and implements smart cameras and vision sensors for automated inspections.

• Performs mechanical and electrical assembly of automation systems.

• Implements safety circuits and hardware to ensure system compliance.

• Identifies new equipment for automation and develops communication strategies.

• Provides support to the manufacturing floor for controls-related inquiries.

• Maintains and repairs control systems as needed.

• Understands electrical schematics and 3D models for system design and troubleshooting.

• Connects smart tools and automated systems to Ignition-based interfaces.

• Applies general knowledge of HMIs for system control and monitoring.

• Works with communication protocols, databases, and networking in automation systems.

• Utilizes robotics, vision systems, linear actuators, servos, VFDs, and motion/motor control for automation.

Level II:

• Supporting entry-level Engineers

What we are looking for... 

Level I:

• Bachelor's degree in technical/science or international equivalent required

• General Six Sigma knowledge; Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts

Level II:

• Bachelor's degree in technical/science or international equivalent required

• 3+ years of experience in a related field

• General Six Sigma knowledge; Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).  All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR or possess all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce.  ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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