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Controls Engineer

Andritz Hydro

Lancaster, OH · Posted October 8, 2026

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About the job

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

POSITION SUMMARY

Diamond Power: Member of the Andritz Group is looking for an engineer for a hybrid Controls and Software Engineering position. This person will be responsible for a wide range of product support roles including controls project development, configuration, installation, startup and troubleshooting on a range of Diamond Power products within the utility, pulp and paper, and industrial markets.

This position requires you to travel up to 25% of the time. Working both independently and in a team environment within Diamond Power and at customer sites.

This position provides great job variety in which the Engineeer supports a wide array of controls, products and software applications serving several industries. This variety and the opportunity to work with experienced engineers combine to provide a great opportunity for skill growth.

DUTIES

Development, configuration, testing, startup, and troubleshooting of control systems composed of:  PLC's (ControlLogix & RSLogix 5000), AC/DC drives (PowerFlex), Servo Drives (Kinetics), HMI screens (FactoryTalk View), camera systems, electrical circuits, and associated mechanical equipment. Predominately Allen Bradley PLCs & HMIs, but occasionally Modicon and others.

Design, development, testing, troubleshooting and maintenance of software applications used within our control's products. Existing applications written in C#, C, C++, and VB.NET. Experience with SQL and SQL queries preferred. Database design and deployment is helpful, and an understanding of network architecture and configuration is preferred.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science preferred.

Capacity to handle confidential information

Self-motivated, self-directed, team-oriented, and trustworthy person.

Ability to lead hands-on troubleshooting for installation and startup activities.

Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues in existing software applications.

Ability to work and communicate with all members of a project team.

Ability to accept technical direction and coaching from senior engineers and managers.

Excellent computer skills, analytical abilities, and time management skills.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, teamwork, and customer relationship skills.

Positive attitude and willing to learn

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US

Excellent problem-solving and decision making skills

Ability to follow instructions and work independently wth a sense of urgency and enthusiasm

Ability to lift, push, and pull 10-25 lbs.

Ability to travel domestically approximately 25% of the time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.