Purple is a digitally-native vertical brand with a mission to help people feel and live better through innovative comfort solutions. To us, comfort means more than great products, it means empowering every employee to feel comfortable being themselves. We believe your career at Purple will be a one-of-a-kind “Career in Comfort” because our workforce is one-of-a-kind. We are committed to a culture of collaboration where every voice is heard and understood. As an innovation company at our core, we believe a diversity workforce brings better insights, solutions and products and serves as the backbone to bettering our company. Join with us as we add to our team of exceptional individuals who will help us take over the world — one mattress at a time.

Compensation

The compensation target range for this role is:

$80,800 - $95,000

Job Summary

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for technical work with respect to automation projects and service provided to the Operations team. The role of Controls Engineer comes with a variety of different responsibilities and options to pursue many career paths.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

Build and manage facility controls team 

Lead controls team in new and existing equipment projects 

Manage electrical contractors to maintain facility electrical systems 

Guide installation of equipment and balance circuits for proper power distribution 

Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment involving mechanical and electrical components 

Design control panels to UL standards. 

Possess VFD programming and troubleshooting skills 

Manage and lead controls team during after hour call outs to repair machinery (all hours) 

Work closely with mechanical engineering team modify production machinery 

Ability to accurately calculate load and breaker sizing for machinery 

Program automation controllers utilizing IEC 61131-3 programming languages 

Program and troubleshoot Emerson (GE), Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLC’s and HMI’s 

Draw basic and complex electrical circuit diagrams 

Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for electrical failures 

Design and implement PROFINET, safety, and general network systems. 

Knowledge of Keyence and Banner safety controllers is a plus. 

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS  

Associated Degree in an electrical automation program is required 

Bachelor’s Degree in related field is preferred 

5 years of experience in related field is required 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS  

Possess a strong ability to work independently and as part of an engineering team  

Knowledgeable in the use of a variety of electrical test instrumentation  

Familiar with the use of power tools, forklifts, and hoists 

Ability to read, markup, and edit electrical schematic drawings  

Ability to respond and coordinate with maintenance and operations during plant breakdowns 

Proficient in motor control theory 

Knowledge of electrical motor vibration analysis  

Proficient in P&ID design, and drawing 

Experience with injection molding and extruding machinery a plus 

Familiar with SolidWorks Electrical a plus 

BENEFITS AND PERKS

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Match

Flexible PTO

Earn a Mattress

Purple Swag

Amazing Purple Products

WHY WORK AT PURPLE?

Make your mark: We value innovative thinking. At Purple, you will be empowered to bring your ideas to life as we work together to improve people’s lives through comfort.

Gain unique experience: Be a part of one of the fastest growing companies in Utah! The contributions you make will matter at Purple as the company continues to grow with you.

Awesome culture: Join the tight-knit team at Purple and you can enjoy working alongside industry experts, making close friends, and annual employee appreciation events.

Purple provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.