Controls Engineer III

FW Murphy / Dover Precision Components ‘DPC’ (‘the Company’) is part of Dover Corporation’s (the Parent Company’) Pumps and Process solutions segment. DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. We design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently.

Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover Corporation trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com. 

Summary:

Controls Engineer III is a senior-level technical contributor responsible for designing, developing, and delivering advanced control system solutions for FW Murphy’s Special Projects team. This role leads the development of complex, custom PLC and HMI applications, working closely with cross-functional engineering teams, technical support, and customers to deliver reliable, high-performance control solutions.

As a subject matter expert, the Controls Engineer III independently owns project deliverables from concept through release, provides technical leadership on non-standard applications, and supports continuous improvement of control system architectures, tools, and standards. The role requires strong hands-on controls expertise, sound engineering judgment, and the ability to translate customer requirements into robust, scalable control solutions.

Responsibilities:
•    Design, develop, and maintain product control firmware and display applications to meet customer requirements and project deliverables.
•    Develop embedded and industrial control software using C, C++, JavaScript, IEEE 61131 programming languages, and proprietary development tools.
•    Independently test and validate control solutions using physical hardware and simulation tools to ensure compliance with design intent.
•    Lead technical ownership of complex or non-standard control system solutions, including special or first-of-kind applications.
•    Generate and maintain project documentation, including sequences of operation, communication tables, and display maps for internal and external use.
•    Develop and communicate accurate project estimates and deliver assigned deliverables on schedule with minimal supervision.
•    Collaborate with engineering peers to develop complete system solutions, integrating FW Murphy technologies into cohesive control architectures.
•    Share technical concepts and solution approaches with project teams to support technical direction and continuous improvement.
•    Utilize GitLab and Subversion version control systems to manage code, track issues, and support software releases.
•    Use Oracle Agile PLM to generate and manage production releases.
•    Support technical support teams in the resolution of customer technical issues as required.
•    Participate in external customer interactions as needed to clarify requirements and address technical questions.
•    Provide technical guidance and informal mentorship to less experienced engineers as appropriate.

Minimum required qualifications:
•    Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering / Electrical Engineering Technology OR related technical vocational training with extended experience of 5 years or more preferred.
•    Minimum of 2 years of industrial experience programming and maintaining PLC-controlled machinery or equipment.
•    Demonstrated ability to independently design, test, and implement industrial control systems.
•    Proficient understanding of industrial electrical control panel wiring and construction drawings, including commonly used drafting symbols.
•    Ability to interpret functional layouts, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, end-user specifications, and theories of operation.
•    Experience developing PLC and HMI applications for industrial control panels. Working knowledge of applicable industrial standards, including NEC, CEC, ISA, UL, CSA, API, and ANSI, particularly as related to hazardous locations and industrial controls.

Preferred Qualifications
•    Experience with reciprocating and rotary screw gas compressors utilizing gas, diesel, or electric motor drives.
•    Experience with VFDs and industrial motor control systems.
•    Familiarity with customer or special-project control system development environments.
•    Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts through documentation and customer-facing discussions. 

WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESS
Dover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China.

BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES.
We are diligent in recognizing our employees’ needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are. We are Dover Precision Components, #LifeAtDPC

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.  Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

 Benefits: Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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Location:
Sub-Division: FW Murphy - E6069
Job Requisition ID: 64916
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