Controls Engineer

AUTEC Car Wash Systems, along with our partner brands PHYZIX Chemistry and Peak Wash Solutions, is expanding — and we're looking for a Controls-Focused Electrical Engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and loves building smarter, more reliable automated systems.

If you enjoy working across multiple products, teams, and technologies — and want to see your controls work drive real-world mechanical, chemical, and wash performance — this is the place to grow.

What You'll Lead

As a key member of the Engineering Team, you'll design, test, and support the controls and electrical systems that power all three brands across our equipment and backroom solutions.

In this high-impact role, you will:

• Design, program, and refine PLC-based control systems (Siemens, Rockwell, etc.) used across AUTEC equipment and Peak Wash installs
• Build and debug ladder logic, HMIs, system sequences, and automation routines
• Integrate VFDs, servo drives, motors, encoders, sensors, and industrial safety components
• Partner with PHYZIX to ensure controls integration works seamlessly with chemical delivery and reclaim systems
• Create and maintain schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and documentation in AutoCAD
• Develop and execute testing protocols to validate electrical and controls performance
• Support the Manufacturing and Fabrication teams with controls questions, wiring accuracy, and build validation
• Work cross-functionally with Service to provide advanced controls troubleshooting and field support
• Participate in daily engineering huddles, project reviews, and multi-team collaboration sessions
• Research and introduce new automation technologies that improve performance, reliability, and customer experience
• Stay up to date with NEC/NFPA, UL 508A, ETL standards, and evolving automation trends

What You Bring

We're looking for someone who loves solving problems, working with others, and pushing systems forward.

Ideal candidates have:

• Strong competency in controls engineering, PLC logic, and industrial automation
• Experience reading, creating, and troubleshooting electrical schematics
• Knowledge of NEC/NFPA standards, UL 508A, and industrial safety requirements
• Experience with VFDs, servos, sensors, and motion control
• Familiarity with pneumatics/hydraulics used in automated equipment
• A degree in Electrical Engineering preferred, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Strong communication and teamwork mindset — you'll interact daily with Engineering, Service, Operations, Fabrication, and Chemical teams
• Ability to switch between projects and support multiple brands without missing a beat

Why This Role Stands Out

You won't be siloed. You'll touch equipment, controls, chemical systems, water systems, automation, and field performance — across three fast-growing brands working together to transform the car wash industry.

What you'll gain:

• A collaborative, team-first environment
• Ownership over full controls life cycle: design → build → test → support
• Opportunities to innovate and introduce new automation technologies
• Competitive wages + medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Clear advancement opportunities as our brands grow
• The chance to directly influence next-generation AUTEC and Peak Wash systems

AUTEC, PHYZIX, and Peak Wash have spent 40+ years building a reputation for reliability, innovation, and teamwork. Now we're entering our next chapter — and we're looking for a Controls Engineer ready to help build what comes next.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $80,761.63 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings