Controls Engineer (Beckoff Controls Expert)

Together with 6,900 colleagues worldwide, we are the strategic lifecycle partner for the pharmaceutical, biotech, and food industries. With seamless processes, innovative technologies, and sustainable solutions, we help our customers achieve their goals. For example, we ensure that vaccines are safely filled and that tablets can fully release their active ingredients. Your favorite chocolate and snacks are also sustainably packaged with our help.

Syntegon Packaging Technology, LLC based in New Richmond, Wisconsin is part of the Syntegon Group. We provide innovative, seamless, high-tech packaging solutions for the food industry. The location specializes in a range of packaging equipment solutions - like horizontal flow wrappers, bag closing and sealers, and robotic pick-place-machines. The city of New Richmond is known as "The City Beautiful". It is an easy and quick commute in both directions from the Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro area and a short distance from Eau Claire, WI.

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You're a seasoned controls engineer or software engineer with deep, hands-on expertise in Beckhoff TwinCAT and multi-axis motion control. You've built systems that move — precisely, repeatedly, and reliably — and you know the Beckhoff ecosystem from the IPC hardware through EtherCAT I/O to TwinSAFE. You're ready to step into a senior technical role and lead complex control system development on world-class packaging machinery.

• Participate in the design, programming, and implementation of PLC/HMI software solutions. 
• Oversee and review electrical schematics, bills of material, and engineering change notices. 
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and training to junior engineers and technicians. 
• Coordinate project execution, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and industry standards. 

Basic requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in related fields, or commensurate experience. 
• 3+ years of hands-on experience developing control software using Beckhoff TwinCAT 3, or 4+ years combined TwinCAT 2 and TwinCAT 3 experience. 
• Demonstrated experience developing multi-axis coordinated motion control systems — servo tuning, cam profiles, electronic gearing, or synchronized motion.
• Proficiency in IEC 61131-3 programming, particularly Structured Text (ST); Ladder Diagram experience also valuable.
• Experience integrating and commissioning servo drives, servo motors, and VFDs in an industrial automation environment.
• Working knowledge of Beckhoff hardware — Industrial PCs, EtherCAT I/O modules, HMI platforms, and TwinSAFE.
• Experience with HMI development within the Beckhoff/TwinCAT environment.
• Ability to commission and debug control systems both in-house and at customer sites.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with robotic control systems — delta/parallel robots, pick-and-place, multi-cell robot integration in packaging or automated process systems.
• Experience programming in Microsoft Visual Studio (C++, C#) for real-time or embedded applications.
• Familiarity with HTML, JavaScript, or custom HMI/web-based interface development.
• Knowledge of industrial operating systems — Win10 IoT, WEC7, Linux, Ubuntu in embedded/IPC contexts.
• Experience with vision systems such as Cognex.
• Knowledge of safety standards and risk assessment — UL508A, CE, NFPA79, NFPA70E, SISTEMA.
• Familiarity with EtherNet/IP, CIP, or other industrial network protocols.
• Exposure to Rockwell Studio 5000 / FactoryTalk platforms.

The anticipated starting salary for this position is $118,000.

Compensation for roles at Syntegon varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. Total rewards at Syntegon include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits.

We Care about your Well-Being

At Syntegon, the welfare of our employees is a top priority.

That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and personal growth from day one, including:

• Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription plans starting from your first day.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match to help you plan for the future.
• Financial Protection: Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, plus Life Insurance for your peace of mind.
• Career Growth: Education Assistance Program to support your continued learning and development.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off to recharge and enjoy your personal time.
• Support When You Need It: Access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling and resources.

Join Syntegon and enjoy benefits that help you thrive both at work and beyond.

Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiatives:

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.

We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.