Controls Engineer at STERIS in St Louis, MO

Summary: STERIS is a company focused on improving the reliability of industrial control systems. The Controls Engineer I role involves troubleshooting PLC and HMI issues, training maintenance technicians, and supporting the installation and validation of equipment for capital investments. Responsibilities: - Troubleshoot and respond to PLC, HMI, and automation-related issues impacting equipment performance, uptime, and safety - Diagnose control system faults involving PLC logic, I/O, instrumentation, sensors, actuators, and operator interfaces - Partner with Maintenance Technicians during troubleshooting activities to build their controls proficiency - Provide on-the-job training to Maintenance personnel related to PLC/HMI navigation and troubleshooting best practices - Support preventive and predictive maintenance efforts for control systems, including backups and documentation - Assist the Senior Controls Engineer with capital equipment installation, configuration, testing, and validation - Apply established automation, safety, and HMI standards consistently - Maintain accurate technical documentation and logic change records - Collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and IT/OT teams Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related discipline - Strong foundational knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and ladder logic - Ability to interpret control logic and electrical schematics - Experience gained through internships, projects, or early-career roles - Comfort working in a manufacturing environment Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in regulated or quality-driven industries preferred - PLC Programming and Troubleshooting - HMI / SCADA Configuration and Support - Basic Industrial Networking - Control Systems Integration and Validation (Exposure) - Industrial Automation Safety Standards - Equipment Commissioning Support Required Skills: PLC programming, HMI configuration, Ladder logic, Industrial automation, Control systems troubleshooting, Electrical schematics interpretation, Industrial networking, Control systems integration, Equipment commissioning, Automation safety standards, Patience, Clarity in communication Benefits: Market Competitive pay, Extensive Paid Time Off and added Holidays, Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision benefits, Long- and Short-Term Disability coverage, 401(k) with a company match, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Additional add- on benefits / discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement and continuing education programs, Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career, This position is eligible for bonus participation.