Controls Designer

POSTING DATE: 11.21.2025

POSITION SUMMARY

Work collaboratively to design, troubleshoot, and assist with startup of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic power and control systems for specialized automation machines.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Review sales, time and material budget, and engineering information with appropriate project team members.
Using input from sales estimate, production requirements, and customer requirements, work collaboratively with project team members to define suitable system architectures for custom automation equipment.
Work collaboratively with department members to assist with the creation of software applications and configuration files for all programmable devices within the architecture.
Assist shop personnel in checking or trouble shooting equipment as required.
Understand, execute, and work to improve applicable processes, including those related to the Quality Management System.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A good understanding of AutoCAD Electrical, including its reporting capabilities
Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA standards
2-year EET or EE degree

REQUIRED PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Sit, stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor
Exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or
Exert 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or
Exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects
Prolonged periods of sitting with the ability to stand and walk when needed

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

4-year EET or EE degree and 3 years of progressive automation engineering related experience
Familiarity with electrical safety circuits, PLC programming, operator interface configuration, motion control and robotic safety interfaces
Advanced Microsoft 365 experience
Knowledge of electrical equipment, components, instruments, and systems, including their design, installation, testing, uses, repair, or maintenance
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list. Additional
tasks within the listed physical demands may be assigned to the employee as
necessitated by business demands.

ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES

Action Oriented
Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and
enthusiasm.

Collaborates
Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Ensures Accountability
Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.

Integrity and Trust
Is widely trusted. Is seen as a direct, truthful individual. Can keep confidences. Does not misrepresent himself/herself for personal gain.

Self-Development
Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.

ROLE COMPETENCIES

Dealing with Ambiguity
Operating effectively, even when things are not certain, or the way forward is not clear.

Problem Solving
Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions. Can see hidden problems.

Resourcefulness
Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.

Technical Learning
Ability and desire to participate in training, both internal and external. Able to learn new technology and skills quickly.

Time Management
Uses his or her time effectively and efficiently. Concentrates efforts on more important priorities. Gets more done in less time than others.

IMPORTANT

All Tessy Automation employees are required to have a valid PA Driver’s License and reliable
transportation with a Tessy required minimum level of insurance.

Some positions at Tessy Automation require that the employee is willing and able to travel occasionally to customer facilities.