Who is GrayMatter
We’re the Thinkers who make machines speak.
We’re the Doers who make their stories matter.
At GrayMatter, we uncover the industrial intelligence buried in clipboards, legacy systems, and human memory. We discover it, transform it, and turn it into insight.
From the drill press to the boardroom, we help you think smarter and do better—by listening to the machines you already trust.
And that’s where you come in.
GrayMatter is dedicated to creating a team of unmatched talent in industrial technology. Our organizational culture encourages opportunities to learn and collaborate. Six core values make Team GrayMatter stand above the rest: Bias to Action, Batteries Included, Unbounded Curiosity, Everybody Wins, Built to Last, Actionable Insight.
We’re looking for a highly skilled Field Controls Engineer to join our team and take ownership of complex, on‑site control systems work across the country. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in the field, enjoys solving problems firsthand at customer locations, and brings a disciplined, detail‑driven approach to every project.
This position requires confidence, precision, and a strong sense of responsibility. You may work with a team or independently, representing our team on‑site, so a careful, methodical, and task‑oriented mindset is essential.
General Job Duties:
- Deliver GrayMatter field services with a strong focus on industrial control systems
- Design, develop, and implement solutions that resolve customer issues efficiently
- Train and consult with end users on new applications and system functionality
- Support project planning, development, and documentation
- Perform on‑site pilots, FAT/SAT testing, and system demonstrations
- Travel independently to customer sites 75–90% of the time
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Needed:
- Bachelor’s degree in EE, EET, ME, MET, or equivalent experience/training
- Hands‑on experience with industrial PLC programming (Rockwell, Siemens, Modicon, etc.)
- Rockwell PLC experience is required
- Strong background in control system design, implementation, installation, and troubleshooting
- Ability to read and understand electrical schematics
- Exceptional attention to detail and process accuracy
- Strong problem‑solving and technical research skills
- Professional, customer‑focused communication style
- Ability to work independently in the field and collaborate effectively with remote teams
- Commitment to GrayMatter’s Core Values: Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork
Most Preferred Skillsets:
- Rockwell PLCs & HMIs
- Wonderware / AVEVA
- GE iFix
- Ignition
Preferred experience:
- Industrial Networking (Ethernet IP, Modbus, etc.)
- Other PLC and/or HMI experience
- Machine Vision Systems (Cognex, Keyence)
- Industry experience in Pharma, Food & Beverage, Packaging, or Material Handling
Featured Benefits:
- Employer paid short term disability and life insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Paid holidays, paid time off, paid sick leave, and paid parental leave
- Additional benefits available such as long term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, EAP, telemedicine, HSA and FSA
