DISHER
Controls Engineer
Knoxville, TN · Mid
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 54 days ago
Product ManagementBudgetingSupply ChainCustomer SupportAutoCADThermal AnalysisPLCElectrical EngineeringControlsCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingWritingSCADA
About the role
- Controls Engineer - (Hybrid) Knoxville, TN - (Remote) West Michigan DISHER is currently partnering with an innovative thermal management solutions company in search of a Controls Engineer to join their team.
- This role may be either hybrid in Knoxville, TN area or remote from West MI.
- What it's like to work here: The company is values-driven and focused on delivering cutting-edge cooling solutions through innovation, precision, and collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Develop control system architectures and schematics for new and revised products.
- Design and specify electrical panels, enclosures, wiring harnesses, I/O layouts, and component selection for production and serviceability.
- Create and maintain electrical (AC & DC power, control) schematics, and work with other designers/engineers to release backplane assembly and wire harness drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and manufacturing work instructions.
- Develop and troubleshoot Carel PLC software for chiller control.
- Ensure control panel and system designs meet UL requirements (e.g. UL60335-2-40) and support UL certification/submission activities; coordinate with testing labs or certifying bodies as needed.
- Perform risk assessments, design reviews, and DFMEA for control systems; implement safety controls and interlocks per applicable standards.
- Collaborate with mechanical and manufacturing teams to balance cost, manufacturability, and performance for low-to-mid volume production.
- Work with suppliers and manufacturing to support production ramp-up, product & process development, and cost reduction.
- Create / process Engineering Change Requests (ECR's) and Orders (ECO's).
- Ensure product designs meet applicable regulatory, safety, and quality standards.
Requirements
- Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and work with prototype hardware.
Nice to have
- Experience with UL submission paperwork and working directly with testing labs.
- Experience with low-to-mid volume manufacturing processes and DFM for electrical assemblies.
- Familiarity with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems and version control.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., Rockwell/Siemens, NFPA 79 knowledge, safety certifications).
- Hands-on prototyping and/or test experience.
- Background in Lean Product Development principles & tools.
- Basic budgeting and cost containment skills.
- Resilience working in a fast-paced, evolving startup environment with shifting priorities
Skills
- Excellent problem solving, collaboration and communication skills.
Company info
- The company is values-driven and focused on delivering cutting-edge cooling solutions through innovation, precision, and collaboration.
- Team members operate in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where they are encouraged to take ownership, contribute ideas, and continuously improve processes.
- You'll join a growing, team-oriented organization that emphasizes both professional development and measurable results while maintaining an entrepreneurial and forward-thinking culture.
- Provide technical support for customers and field service teams; create troubleshooting guides and training material.
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