Controls Engineer

Job Description:

Join Our Team: Controls Engineer
Location: Onsite, Redmond, WA

Join our team at Genie and embark on an exciting opportunity as we seek a skilled and dedicated Manufacturing Engineer with controls/digital experience to contribute the Manufacturing Technical Services (MTS) team in Redmond, WA.

At Terex we believe in fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture where every person is empowered to thrive. We're dedicated to driving quality, innovation, embracing diversity, and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We're committed to excellence in everything we do, and we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion and values to join our team.

At Genie, we manufacture material lifts, aerial work platforms, trailer-mounted booms, telehandlers, scissor lifts and self-propelled telescopic and articulating booms.  We are a company with a strong safety first mentality, team based culture, respect for the individual and high integrity.
The Manufacturing Technical Services (MTS) group is responsible for developing and transferring cutting edge manufacturing processes as part of the company’s manufacturing footprint strategy. MTS is also a key component of advancing manufacturing capability, including automation, digital transformation, robotics, and AGV’s.

What you'll do

• Establish digital operations and industrial controls to support facility and product line startups as a member of the Manufacturing Technical Services team.

• Take on individual controls projects to automate new production equipment or add features to existing production equipment

• Work closely with Global Operational Technology teams to support development and deployment of MES system applications and devices

• Partner with the IT team working on digital operations and facility network infrastructure.

• Be the technical link for the manufacturing execution system – establishing connections between software, hardware and digital field devices.

• Support, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with industrial controls associated with manufacturing equipment and processes including PLC and HMI programming.

• Provide hands-on support for field wiring, including network communication and controls.

• Assists IT and manufacturing team members to resolve network and industrial controls issues from production. 

• Research, test and implement new technologies and/or methods that pertain to automation controls and digital systems.

• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

What you bring

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, or Computer Science.

• Basic understanding of Functional and Object-Oriented programming.

• Desire to learn and continuously grow as an individual and team contributor

• Ability to work Monday-Thursday in-person in Redmond, WA

Preferred Qualifications 

• 2+ years of experience in industrial controls, including programming Allen Bradley (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix) or similar PLC systems, and using communication protocols such as ControlNet, Ethernet, MQTT and OPC UA.

• Prior project or leadership experience preferred.

• Experience implementing machine safety controls.

• Ability to read and create electrical control schematics

• Strong understanding of network infrastructure, hardware and security.

• Ability to create accurate network diagrams and documentation for designing and planning network communication systems.

• Experience with Python, JavaScript and/or NodeRed.

• Experience with LowCode/NoCode front end platforms such as Tulip.

• Strong troubleshooting skills.  Able to maintain and support existing automated machines and control systems.

• Prior experience with manufacturing execution systems (MES).

• Ability to problem solve using statistical analysis and critical thinking skills.

• Technical writing skills sufficient to prepare product specifications, test, and process documentation. 

• Demonstrated ability to convert engineering principles into actionable project plans.

• Prior knowledge and practice with Lean Manufacturing, Just-in-Time, and Total Quality Management.

• Ambulatory ability to walk and stand on a continuous basis; to bend, stoop, and kneel on an intermittent basis; to lift medium weight objects up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis. 

Salary: The salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $108,000.00 USD annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. All eligible Team Members will be offered health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx), life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), short-term and long-term disability, extended leave options, paid time off, company holidays, 401k matching, employee stock purchase plan, legal assistance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and discount programs.

Why join us

• We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values — Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Check out this video! The Terex purpose

• Safety is an absolute way of life. We expect all team members to prioritize safety and commit to Zero Harm.

• Our top priority is creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels safe, supported, and valued.

• We make a positive impact by providing innovative solutions, engaging our people, and operating in a sustainable way.

• We are committed to helping team members reach their full potential.

• Through innovation and collaboration, our vision remains forward-looking, and we aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring others to build a better world for generations.

• For more information on why Terex is a great place to work click on the link! Careers | Terex Corporate

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

About Terex:

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential.

We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment.

With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders.

For more information, please visit www.terex.com.

Additional Information:

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact.  We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce.  Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship.  Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members.  To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.  You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at [email protected]. 

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.