Full-Time
Junior Controls Engineer
Laporte Consultants
201-500 employees
Engineering design for pharma and agrifood
No salary listed
King of Prussia, PA, USA
Remote
Remote within the United States; periodic on-site visits to King of Prussia, PA.
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- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Technology.
- 0–2 years of experience in control systems, manufacturing, automation, or a related engineering environment (internships and co‑op experience welcome).
- Foundational understanding of automation concepts, instrumentation, and control system components.
- Willingness to perform field surveys of existing control installations and assist with preparing as‑built documentation.
- Interest in learning Rockwell Automation software—including Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 for PLC programming and FactoryTalk View ME/SE for HMI or SCADA development.
- Support the design and implementation of automation projects, assisting in the development of specifications for control panels, networks, and software (primarily Allen‑Bradley PLC/PACs and FactoryTalk View ME/SE HMI and SCADA).
- Contribute to translating process or packaging applications into construction packages for control panel designs and electrical installation scopes. Typical documents may include equipment arrangement drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and control panel drawings.
- Collaborate with senior engineers and project team members to ensure successful project execution and timely delivery.
- Assist with project lifecycle activities, including system design, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning under the guidance of more experienced engineers.
- Participate in site surveys and provide hands‑on support during installation and commissioning, focusing on learning control system deployment best practices.
- Maintain compliance with relevant codes (UL508A, NEC) and standards as part of project work.
- Gain exposure to a wide range of projects that will help build engineering, technical, and project coordination skills.
- Expect travel based on specific project needs—typically accompanying senior engineers for initial site visits (1–3 days) and commissioning trips (1–4 weeks). Overall travel is anticipated to be 20–40%.
- Familiarity with control panel design, network basics, and control system programming is preferred.
- Experience or coursework using AutoCAD is a plus.
- Exposure to electrical engineering construction packages (e.g., single‑line diagrams, panel schedules, wiring diagrams) is beneficial.
Laporte Consultants is an engineering firm that designs process plants, buildings, and utilities for the Pharmaceutical, Agrifood, and Bioindustrial sectors. It carries out projects across multiple countries by coordinating client needs, regulatory requirements, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver complete engineering solutions from concept to implementation. It differentiates itself through a broad geographic footprint and deep sector experience, enabling long-term relationships with both local and international clients. Its goal is to provide reliable, integrated engineering services and become a trusted, ongoing partner for its clients.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
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Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Founded
1999
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Laporte executed multiple bioindustrial projects via subsidiary IPSB in 2023, highlighting specialized industrial biotech capabilities.
- Its new website launched in 2022 enhances client engagement with responsive design and reflects brand leadership.
- Laporte specializes in process, building, and utility design for pharmaceutical, agrifood, and bioindustrial industries globally.
What critics are saying
- PTAG aggressively expanded its footprint in 2025, causing Laporte to lose two major bids due to lower pricing.
- Cheme Engineering secured a €12M contract in late 2025, reducing project timelines by 30% and undermining Laporte's value.
- Laporte faced a $2.3M regulatory penalty in March 2026 for inadequate sterile validation, leading to three client suspensions.
What makes Laporte Consultants unique
- Laporte delivers high-impact biomanufacturing projects like a 93,000 sq ft immunoglobulin facility expansion in 2024.
- The firm maintains 20-year client relationships with major pharmaceutical companies, confirming its role as a trusted partner.
- Laporte operates 25 offices across North America and Europe with 480 employees, enabling scalable global support.
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Benefits
Flexible Work Hours
Hybrid Work Options
Paid Vacation