Controls Engineer - Mitsubishi Electric products
Controls Engineer – Mitsubishi Electric focused products
Portland, Oregon area | Hybrid Option, Full-Time Role
Position Overview
We are seeking an Engineer with deep, hands-on expertise in the Mitsubishi Electric automation platform to join our Beaverton, Oregon team. This role is focused on the design, programming, integration, and troubleshooting of Mitsubishi-based control systems — PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and servo motion — supporting industrial automation projects from concept through commissioning.
This can by a Hybrid position, based initially out of our Beaverton, Oregon office; candidates must currently reside in, or be willing to relocate to, the greater Portland, Oregon Metropolitan area.
Key Responsibilities
● Design, develop, and program PLC logic using Mitsubishi Electric platforms (GX Works2/GX Works3, iQ-R/iQ-F series) for industrial automation and machine control applications.
● Develop and configure Mitsubishi HMI interfaces (GOT series) for operator control, diagnostics, and process visualization.
● Configure, tune, and troubleshoot Mitsubishi VFDs (FR series) for motor control applications across various industrial processes.
● Design and implement Mitsubishi servo motion control systems (MELSERVO, MR series) for precision positioning, synchronized motion, and high-speed automation applications.
● Integrate Mitsubishi controls with upstream/downstream equipment, sensors, and third-party devices via industrial networking protocols (CC-Link, CC-Link IE, EtherNet/IP, Modbus).
● Read electrical schematics, I/O lists, and control system documentation to support design, build, and commissioning.
● Conduct on-site installation support, startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting for new and existing automation systems.
● Collaborate with mechanical engineers, project managers, and clients to translate application requirements into functional, reliable control solutions.
● Diagnose and resolve control system faults in a timely manner to minimize equipment downtime for internal and client-facing projects.
● Support development and maintenance of standardized programming templates and best practices for Mitsubishi-based control platforms.
Required Qualifications
● Minimum 3 years of hands-on professional experience working specifically with Mitsubishi Electric automation products and solutions.
● Demonstrated experience programming Mitsubishi PLCs (GX Works2/GX Works3, iQ-R/iQ-F, Q/L series or equivalent).
● Experience developing and configuring Mitsubishi HMIs (GOT series).
● Experience configuring and troubleshooting Mitsubishi VFDs (FR series or equivalent).
● Experience with Mitsubishi servo motion control systems (MELSERVO/MR series or equivalent) — including tuning, setup, and motion programming.
● Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control system documentation.
● Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, and controls systems in an industrial environment.
● Must live in, or be willing to relocate to, the Beaverton, Oregon area.
Preferred Qualifications
● Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation/Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field (OR equivalent hands-on experience will be considered in lieu of a degree).
● Experience with Mitsubishi CC-Link/CC-Link IE networking and integration with third-party industrial equipment.
● Experience with robotics integration (Mitsubishi MELFA or similar) is a plus.
● Familiarity with UL508A panel standards and NEC/NFPA electrical codes.
● Prior experience in a machine builder, systems integrator, or OEM environment.
● Mitsubishi Electric training/certifications a plus.
What We Offer
● The opportunity to work deeply within a single, best-in-class automation platform rather than spreading thin across multiple brands.
● Hands-on involvement across the full project lifecycle — design, programming, integration, startup, and commissioning.
● A collaborative, on-site team environment based in Beaverton, Oregon.
● Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, along with a standard benefits package.
Location & Work Arrangement
This position is full-time and can be Hybrid work once the hire gets up-to-speed on the company and the projects. Candidates must live in the Portland, Oregon area or be willing to relocate prior to starting.
