Associate Controls Engineer

FORTNA partners with leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. The Associate Controls Engineer will assist in the commissioning of automated sortation systems, focusing on implementing site-based controls for new equipment within customer facilities under the supervision of Sr Controls Engineers. Responsibilities Write and implement PLC code, integrate subsystems, and assist in all on-site commissioning efforts Utilize “Human Machine Interface” (HMI) using commercially available products such as Ignition, Aveva Intouch Wonderware, Aveva Edge (Indusoft) or FactoryTalk View to develop interface solutions Implement PLC and HMI programs to satisfy current design and customer specifications under the supervision of Sr Controls Engineers Able to review and understand electrical designs As part of a team, support the commissioning of complex automated systems, provide site engineering support, and participate in system acceptance testing Skills Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or comparable Familiar with basic electronic/electrical schematics or components Equivalent work experience will also be considered as a substitute for education Must be self-motivated, self-aware, detail-oriented, and results-focused Ability to collaborate and communicate with FORTNA team members, project managers and customers in a professional written and spoken manner Ability to take direction from Sr. Level Controls Engineers to support the project and ensure all aspects of project goals are achieved Basic understanding of induction motors, programmable logic controllers and industrial networks is a plus 0-2 years of experience within an industrial controls environment which includes: PLC programming (Rockwell Software, Siemens or Schneider) HMI Programming (FactoryTalk View or Ignition) Familiar with IO devices and device layout Industrial communication networks (EtherNet/IP, Devicenet, Profinet, etc.) Low voltage electrical design and drawing creation Experience with Microsoft 365 - Office Apps Company Overview Fortna is a professional services firm helping companies with complex distribution operations meet customer promises. It was founded in 1946, and is headquartered in Reading, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship FORTNA has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 5 in 2025, 17 in 2024, 19 in 2023, 7 in 2022, 4 in 2021, 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.