Controls Technician

WESTFALIA TECHNOLOGIES INC•York, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Westfalia Technologies, Inc. has set the benchmark in the automation industry, delivering top-tier solutions and innovations. As we expand our offerings, we're eager to welcome a Controls Technician to our team. The Controls Technician supports the design, testing, validation, and commissioning of industrial control systems. This role performs hands-on work with electrical and automation equipment, contributes to testing and documentation, and collaborates with engineering and project teams to ensure system functionality, quality, and compliance. Location Requirements: Must live within a 50 mile radius of Westfalia Technologies Inc Headquarters and within PA or MD.

Requirements

Knowledge of wiring practices, electrical tools, and safe work procedures.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, I/O lists, and control documentation.
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Ability to follow instructions, work independently or collaboratively, and communicate effectively with teams.
Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
Associate degree or equivalent technical certification in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field.
2+ years’ Experience as a Controls Technician or similar role.
Ability to perform physical labor and office work.
Must be able to ascend and descend a fixed vertical ladder, up to 30’ high, 10% of the time during system commissioning to access the SRM cabin.
Must be fit for air travel and legally able to rent and drive a rental vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Rockwell Studio 5000 Logix Designer or Siemens TIA Portal.
Proficiency in panel design software and tools (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, etc.).

Responsibilities

Execute Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and support Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) activities following established plans and procedures.
Perform I/O checkout, signal verification, and functional testing of control systems.
Review electrical schematics, I/O lists, and control documentation to verify accuracy and conformance.
Assist in maintaining I/O lists, IP address lists, HMI tag lists, and other project documentation.
Prepare and maintain test records, FAT reports, punch lists, and as-built documentation.
Develop, refine, and standardize testing workflows, procedures, and documentation templates.
Collaborate with engineering and project teams to improve testability, system design, and overall process efficiency.
Support on-site verification, startup assistance, and commissioning activities as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.