
CONTROLS ENGINEER (WEEKDAYS): $84K-$116K
Ayer, MAJob$85–117K/yrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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VulcanForms develops industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing technology and seeks a Controls Engineer to support its 24/7/365 manufacturing operations. The role provides onsite controls expertise, troubleshoots downtime, restores production, conducts root cause analysis, and implements improvements. The engineer works with mechanical, electrical, software, engineering, and operations teams on weekday day shifts.
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CONTROLS ENGINEER - WEEKDAY DAY SHIFT - $84,800 TO $116,600 ANNUALLY VulcanForms develops industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing technology for aerospace, defense, medical, and other critical industries. Through advanced additive manufacturing, precision machining, software, automation, and operations expertise, we deliver end-to-end production at scale. About the Role: Provide onsite controls expertise in support of 24/7/365 manufacturing operations. VulcanForms operates large industrial 3D printers, and this role is responsible for troubleshooting controls-related downtime, restoring production, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing improvements. You will work closely with mechanical, electrical, software, engineering, and operations teams. Schedule: Monday through Wednesday and every other Thursday, weekday day shift. Key Responsibilities: - Monitor system performance and equipment health - Identify and escalate potential issues before they affect production - Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment - Minimize downtime and restore service promptly - Conduct root cause analysis and implement preventive measures - Document downtime, incidents, corrective actions, and improvement activities - Collaborate with Engineering and Operations on issue resolution and process improvements - Read and troubleshoot PLC code and electrical schematics - Support commissioning, equipment integration, and controls improvements Qualifications: - 3+ years of experience designing, commissioning, and troubleshooting industrial control hardware and software - Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Robotics Engineering, or a related field; equivalent hands-on experience may be considered - Proficiency with motion control, industrial safety systems, HMIs, process monitoring, and industrial networking - Understanding of industrial controls safety requirements, fieldbus networks, Powerlink, TwinCAT, EtherNet/IP, AC and 24V DC systems, high-voltage drives, motors, and industrial sensors - Proficiency in at least three IEC 61131-3 programming languages, preferably Structured Text and Sequential Function Chart - Ability to interpret electrical schematics and troubleshoot PLC code - Experience with B&R, Beckhoff, or similar automation platforms Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with additive manufacturing, including PBF, DED, or DMLS - Experience using GitHub or other version control software in a multi-developer environment - Experience selecting and applying industrial sensors and actuators - Experience tuning closed-loop position, pressure, flow, and temperature systems - Strong documentation skills, including root cause analyses, software design specifications, and ECOs - Familiarity with QMS and commissioning protocols such as FAT, SACT, IQ, and MMP Compensation: - Annual base salary: $84,800 to $116,600 *Actual compensation depends on skills, qualifications, and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; equity; and a 401(k) plan with company match. Location / Team: Engineering - Devens, MA
How this job compares
Set against the 2,292 open Controls Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$85–117K/yr
- Massachusetts median$105–157K/yr31 salary ranges
- US median$111–160K/yr1,323 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $101K, is 25% below the Massachusetts median midpoint ($135K) — in the lowest quarter of Controls Engineer salary ranges in Massachusetts.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 43 open Controls Engineer jobs in Massachusetts and 2,292 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Massachusetts
- Amazon5 open
- Actalent3 open
- Commonwealth Fusion Systems3 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Controls Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (1,948 postings).
- Education
- 1,186 of the 2,292 open Controls Engineer jobs (52%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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