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nVent

Controls Manufacturing Engineer

nVent, Blaine, Minnesota, United States

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Overview

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success—and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. nVent is growing, and we want you to be part of it! We are opening a new manufacturing facility in Blaine, MN, to support our expanding Data Solutions business. We are looking for hardworking individuals to join our dynamic team and grow with us. We are seeking a

Controls Engineer

to join our team and partner with Engineering Project Leads and Production Management to design electrical and control systems. You’ll play a key role in developing

new and existing products , focusing on advancing technology to enable products for

IoT applications . This position is based in Blaine, MN, with the new facility opening in early 2026. Upon hire, onboarding and training will be held at our facility in Anoka, MN until the Blaine facility opens.

Responsibilities

Develop technical requirements and specifications for outside vendors to bid and construct custom machines and control systems

Lead the design, implementation, and commissioning of automated manufacturing production lines applying the appropriate technology

As a project leader, develop a complete project plan including resources, costs, benefits and schedule; assume full responsibility for all aspects of the project to ensure it meets goals and schedule; communicate project status to partners as appropriate; and follow up to ensure project results are sustained

Diagnose complex machine and operations equipment issues

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field of study

3+ years of validated experience developing factory automation systems

Strong electrical and controls automation skills

Detailed experience with Human Machine Interface (HMI), control systems, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, Omron) and control components

Experience with Ignition, FactoryTalk, SQL Databases, Computer Networking, Tableau, LabVIEW, AutoCAD Electrical (preferred)

Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Previous experience with robotics

Strong analytical skills

We Have

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities and provide plentiful career opportunities

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work, including philanthropic activities and the nVent in Action matching program

Core values: Innovative & adaptable; Dedicated to integrity; Customer-focused; Respectful and team oriented; Optimistic and energizing; Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Pay Transparency nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.

Compensation Range:

$76,000.00 - $141,100.00

Depending on the position offered, employees may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package for eligible full-time employees that includes:

Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, disability and life insurance

401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan – both with company match

Other benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver and parental leave, paid time off including volunteer time, well-being programs, and legal & identity protection

NVent connects and protects our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We value inclusion and diversity, celebrate authenticity, and believe that uniqueness sparks growth.

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