Controls Engineering New Grad | Omaha, NE

Controls Engineering New Grad | Omaha, NE

This posting is for Summer 2026 New Grad opportunities.

Join IMEG as a Controls Engineering New Grad in Omaha, NE and start your career designing advanced automation and control systems that make industrial processes safer, smarter, and more efficient. You'll collaborate with engineers across disciplines, work directly with clients, and gain hands-on experience in both office-based design and onsite system commissioning. From developing PLC/SCADA programming to supporting field start-ups, this role offers a balance of technical design, problem-solving, and real-world implementation-along with mentorship, training, and opportunities to grow from day one.

Principal Responsibilities

• Complete moderate-complexity engineering tasks

• Design and analyze control systems (network, motor starters, PLC, SCADA, enclosures)

• Produce project drawings and documents (schematics, loop drawings, IO lists, schedules)

• Assist Project Designer with engineering solutions and control system design

• Provide hardware and software specifications

• Use engineering tools to create designs, specs, and calculations per code and IMEG standards

• Support project planning, scheduling, and execution

• Document design decisions and monitor progress

• Analyze engineering tasks and propose solutions with senior support

• Participate in IMEG quality control processes

• Stay current with electrical engineering trends and contribute to R&D

• Prioritize safety and identify risks in electrical systems

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent required

• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred

• Engineering in Training (EIT) License preferred

• AutoCAD Electrical experience preferred

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications

• Knowledge of controls symbols and documents such as P&ID (Process &

• Instrumentation Diagram) drawings and symbols

• Strong technical and analytical skills with hands-on experience in network systems (Ethernet/IP, fiber, POE, RS232/485, switches), PLC systems (processors, I/O,

• HMI/SCADA, analog/digital signals), electrical circuits (AC/DC, voltage drop, wiring, protection devices), and motor starters (FVNR, FVR, soft starts, VFDs, overload and grounding detection)

• Knowledge of industry standard engineering software and tools. Familiarity with

• AutoCAD Electrical, Adobe or Bluebeam Revu

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges

• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups

• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Ability to travel up to 5% with occasional overnight stays

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Why Join Us:
At IMEG, people are our priority - with a solid focus on career growth, work-life balance, and making a meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we combine the resources of a national design leader with the supportive culture of a local office. You'll work alongside colleagues from diverse disciplines, contribute to innovative and sustainable projects, and help shape the communities we serve. Join a team where ideas are welcomed, professional development is supported, and every contribution makes a difference.

Controls Team Highlights:

• Design and program PLC and SCADA systems for industries like water treatment, manufacturing, and chemical processing

• Work on both sides of the project: develop schematics and specifications in the office, then help implement and test them onsite

• Gain experience with AutoCAD Electrical, P&ID creation, and industrial automation programming (Rockwell and other platforms)

• Collaborate closely with process, mechanical, and electrical engineers to deliver fully integrated solutions

Locations available:
Omaha, NE

Urbandale, IA

Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant. Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG Corp. provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at www.imegcorp.com

Apply today to help design the next generation of smart, efficient control systems that keep industries running safely and sustainably.