Controls Engineer - ETO

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $101,600 - $140,000 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive.

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well‑being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro‑rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

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About Motivair by Schneider Electric

Motivair by Schneider Electric is a global leader in advanced liquid cooling and integrated controls systems supporting hyperscale data centers, HPC platforms, and mission‑critical digital operations. Our ETO team develops customized control architectures, software logic, and automation solutions to deliver high‑performance, reliable, and efficient liquid‑cooling products.

Position Summary

The Controls Engineer within the Engineering‑to‑Order (ETO) team is responsible for developing, configuring, and validating control logic, automation sequences, embedded software, and system integration for Motivair’s liquid‑cooling solutions. This role requires strong analytical capability, hands‑on controls development skills, and the ability to translate customer‑specific requirements into reliable and maintainable software and controls architectures.

Key Responsibilities Develop PLC logic, HMI interfaces, and automation sequences for liquid‑cooling control systems. Create control panel layouts, I/O lists, communication architectures, and system documentation. Program, test, and validate PLC, HMI, and embedded control hardware in accordance with internal standards. Integrate sensors, instrumentation, VFDs, pumps, and communication buses into functional control systems. Interpret customer specifications, SOWs, and industry standards to develop customized ETO controls solutions. Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and field service teams to ensure end‑to‑end system functionality. Troubleshoot controls issues during build, FAT, commissioning, and field deployment. Develop and maintain documentation including functional specifications, wiring diagrams, logic flow, and test plans. Support continuous improvement efforts, software standardization, and development of reusable controls modules. Who will you report to?

This role reports to the Engineering Manager for the ETO Group. It is a hybrid position requiring onsite presence at either the Lancaster, NY, or O’Fallon, MO facility at least 2 days per week, with up to 35% travel depending on location.

Required Qualifications BS in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related discipline. 5+ years of experience in industrial controls, automation, embedded software, or related fields. Ability to develop and troubleshoot PLC applications using Function Block Diagrams (FBD), Structured Text (ST), and Ladder Logic (LD), depending on system requirements. Experience with BMS/SCADA development and industrial communication protocols (Modbus, BACnet, SNMP, Redfish (nice to have). Demonstrated ability to manage source code using modern version control systems (Git/GitHub), following best practices for collaboration and code integrity. Strong understanding of control theory, instrumentation, PID tuning, and system integration. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, I/O diagrams, and system architecture drawings. Excellent troubleshooting skills for automation hardware and software. Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills. Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and adapt to evolving requirements. Preferred Skills Proficient with PLC programming environments such as C.suite, 1tool (Carel), Modicon, and Schneider EcoStruxure. Experienced in embedded firmware development using C/C++, Python, or similar languages. Experience integrating variable frequency drives (VFDs), optimizing pump control systems, and implementing thermal management automation. Skilled in commissioning fieldbus connected devices. Familiarity with data logging, analytics, and cloud‑connected control architectu