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Associate Controls Engineer - Entry Level

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering
paid time off, paid holidays, short term disability, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), profit sharing
United States, Virginia, Richmond
Aug 26, 2025
Description

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. When you join WM you become part of a company that is:

- 100% employee-owned with 40+ years of industry history
- A Top 5 Systems Integrator Giant
- ENR Top 500 Firm

We have an Associate Controls Engineer position available in Richmond, VA. This position is responsible for controls engineering projects involving PLC/SCADA/HMI programming, electrical and instrumentation, check out support and start-up assistance.

Major Responsibilities



  • Design, develop, and implement control system (logic software and hardware) to meet process, machine, and integrated system requirements
  • Develop control logic software and user interface applications
  • Develop schematics detailing control system configuration and wiring, and design equipment panel layouts on AutoCAD software
  • Assist with initial start-up and debug integrated systems and the development of system documentation
  • Work on automation and control system integration projects for clients in industries such as pharma/biotech, water/wastewater, data centers, etc.
  • Adheres to scope, quality, schedule and budget requirements of assigned tasks
  • Develops collaborative partnerships with clients and colleagues
  • Travel up to 50%


Minimum Requirements

Education BS Electrical Engineering, BS Chemical Engineering, BS Mechanical Engineering, or BS Computer Engineering is preferred. An AA in Engineering Technology or equivalent with equivalent experience may be substituted.

Experience New graduate with an interest in pursuing a career in Controls Engineering.



  • Preference given to, but not required, candidates with an understanding of or exposure to control systems - components, ladder logic programming, SCADA programming and their applications
  • Preference given to, but not required, candidates with an understanding of or exposure to instrumentation and controls design as well as PLC and/or SCADA
  • Experience with AutoCAD is also desired but not required


Physical Demands of Position Writing, computer work, variable travel amounts, field work in industrial settings, seeing, color perception, hearing, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, lifting, climbing, and ability to mount and dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling.

Working Environment Standard office environment, diverse industrial environments, frequent PC usage, fax machines, copy machines, phones, travel up to 50%.

*Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance.

Wunderlich-Malec is proud to offer a comprehensive employee-owner benefit package. Full-time employees may be eligible for the following benefits: Medical * Dental * Vision * Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D * Long Term Disability * Voluntary Short Term Disability * Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts * Health Savings Account * Paid Time Off (PTO) * Paid Holidays * Tuition Reimbursement * Referral Bonus Program * 401(k)/Profit Sharing * 100% ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) * Employee Assistance Program * Will Preparation Resources * Worldwide Travel Assistance

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