Controls Engineer
About the job
- A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology, or associate degree with five years of work experience, ideally including hands-on electrical experience.
- Experience programming programmable logic controllers, including Allen Bradley, Siemens, and Beckhoff products.
- Understanding of motion controls, programmable logic controllers, servo systems, and troubleshooting of control systems.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN P8, and Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project.
- Knowledge of basic electricity and electrical circuits.
- Ability to direct or supervise electrical subcontractors.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and perform basic engineering calculations.
- Three to five years of experience developing and implementing automation, electrical design, control system integration, schematics, variable-frequency drives, servo control, three-phase systems, motor control, power distribution, and industrial controls networks.
- Ability to read, program, and troubleshoot programmable logic controller ladder logic or other programmable logic controller-based machine code.
- Experience with digital alternating-current and direct-current drives.
- Experience sizing servo motors and drives.
- Knowledge of NFPA 70 Section 501, the National Electrical Code, UL 508, and standard industry design practices.
- Experience with assembling, evaluating, testing, and maintaining electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, motors, and drives.
- Experience with electrical panel design.
- Experience with frequency-drive programming.
- Indefinite United States work authorization is required.
- Design complete automation packages, including schematics, programmable logic controllers, motion systems, and programming.
- Generate and manage electrical drawings and sketches for fabricating, installing, and commissioning customer-defined systems.
- Select and program programmable logic controllers, maintain and modify drawings, develop controls narratives, and assist with operating manuals.
- Develop project programming for programmable logic controllers, human-machine interfaces, and servo drives.
- Configure functionality and communication with customer control systems using EtherCAT, PROFINET, and EtherNet/IP.
- Size motors, drives, and overloads.
- Work with safety controls and circuits, including calculating loads, fault current, and voltage drop.
- Perform final acceptance testing, system checkouts, and point-to-point checkouts of electrical and control systems.
- Select and sometimes assemble cables, cable trays, and conduit.
- Interface with customers to resolve discrepancies in specifications and drawings.
- Troubleshoot field problems and answer operation and troubleshooting questions from customers, sales representatives, and field service technicians.
- Develop and monitor schedules and job costs for assigned projects.
- Review customer specifications and develop automation-package bills of materials and estimates for Sales and Aftermarket Parts.
- Work with Sales, Engineers, and potential customers to determine optimal application solutions.
- Estimate design and execution time and provide written narratives for sales proposals.
- Travel to customer and vendor locations as needed.
- Develop, maintain, and modify drawings supporting standard offerings and customer applications.
- Implement engineering standards and tools.
About the company
Bosch Home Comfort Group provides heating, cooling, and hot water systems for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. These products work by utilizing energy-efficient technologies to manage indoor temperatures and process heat, often integrating with digital networks for smart control. The company distinguishes itself by serving both individual homeowners and large-scale industrial clients with a unified focus on sustainable thermal management. Its goal is to deliver reliable, energy-saving solutions that reduce environmental impact while maintaining comfort and operational efficiency.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Wetzlar, Germany
Founded
1731
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- February 2026 management said integration already produced product and logistics synergy effects.
- Bosch launched IDS Edge, commercial rooftop units, and low-GWP heat pumps in 2025-2026.
- H1 2026 Energy and Building Technology sales jumped 45.9% to 5.4 billion euros.
What critics are saying
- Bosch must integrate 33 factories and 26 development centers through 2027 without service disruptions.
- North American rivals Carrier, Trane, and Daikin still outscale Bosch in commercial HVAC channels.
- Bosch Group headcount fell in 2026, signaling relentless cost pressure that can squeeze Home Comfort.
What makes Bosch Home Comfort unique
- August 2025 acquisition made Bosch Home Comfort a global house of brands across Europe, Americas, Asia.
- January 2026 integration completed; Bosch now offers heating, cooling, and hybrid systems from one portfolio.
- York, Hitachi, Bosch, and Buderus give contractors regional brands with shared engineering and service.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Vacation
Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
401(k) Retirement Plan
Company News
On March 25, Bosch participated in the virtual event of Iberquimia 2025, an event focused on the alternatives for decarbonization and hybridization available in the market.
Bosch Thermotechnology has announced the availability of its new, ultra-quiet heat pumps, the QV Series, for commercial spaces in multiple sizes and both horizontal and vertical configurations.
In April 2018, Bosch Thermotechnology Corp. launched Greensource CDI Series SM Rev C heat pump.