Control Engineer

About Us

Magnum is a multi-generational team with a tradition born from success in the turf business. As turf farming equipment suppliers, we have been supporting our customers in every way through innovative equipment, easy access to netting and parts, and reliable service for over 30 years. Understanding the challenges Mother Nature brings and the importance of being up and running is what drives our Team to go above and beyond for every one of our customers. Our company is dedicated to developing innovative, high-performing automated sod harvesting equipment for the agricultural sector. Our mission is to transform how farmers work by building smarter, more efficient machines that operate in real-world field conditions.

We’re looking for a Controls Engineer to design, develop, and support control systems for

automated sod harvesting equipment. This is a hands-on R&D and engineering role

with significant impact on product

performance, reliability, and innovation.

KeyResponsibilities

Design, implement, and test control system software for automatic and semi-automatic agricultural machinery

Program and integrate PLCs, HMIs, motor controllers, sensors, and actuators

Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control architectures

Support the development of embedded systems interfacing with sensors (GPS, LiDAR, cameras, IMUs, etc.)

Collaborate with mechanical, software, and electrical engineers to ensure seamless system integration

Conduct in-field testing, tuning, and validation of control algorithms and systems

Troubleshoot system issues and improve reliability in rugged, real-world environments

Document code, system designs, and test results

Qualifications Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Control Systems, or a related field

3+ years of experience in controls engineering or automation

Proficiency in programming industrial controllers and troubleshooting machine software

Proficient with Codesys

Experience with motion control systems, motor drives, and real-time control

Proficient with J1939 CAN bus protocols

Comfortable working in both lab and outdoor field-testing environments

Proficient with mobile hydraulic systems

Strong diagnostic skills and ability to work independently

Preferred:

Experience with agricultural or other large equipment

Knowledge of autonomous vehicle systems or robotics

Embedded C/C++ or Python for interfacing with sensors or microcontrollers

Understanding of ISOBUS, ISO 11783, or similar ag protocols

What We Offer

Close-knit, family-based, Team Environment

Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits

Real-world field-based work

Opportunities for career growth in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment

A mission-driven culture with real-world impact

The Salary Range for this role is $90,000 - $120,000 per year, based on experience.