24 systems engineer jobs found in Ankeny, IA

PURPOSE The Systems Engineer-Automation will work with the engineering and leadership teams to assist with the direction of strategic initiatives that improve delivery and quality, as well as reducing costs. Maintain and grow the "Client for Life" concept for existing and new clients. Performs related work as required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be constructed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Designing and developing distributed control systems (DCS) including PLC/HMI/SCADA programs, product selection for bill of material (BOM) based on customer specifications, creating sequence of operations (SOO), and creating Engineering Drawings in AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN. Produce engineering and project control submittals utilizing Baker Group's standard engineering software, select Baker Group's standard parts when applicable, and producing control submittal...

PURPOSE The Systems Engineer will work with the engineering and leadership teams to assist with the direction of strategic initiatives that improve delivery and quality, as well as reducing costs. Maintain and grow the "Client for Life" concept for existing and new clients. Performs related work as required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be constructed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. • Provide sales support as needed to assist project manager / sales to obtain more work. Assists in customer demos, estimating work, product application information and creation of proposals • Ensures employee satisfaction by continual coordination and communication • Responsible for executing scope and pointing out opportunities for items above and beyond contracted scope of work • Responsible for understanding and adhering to contract terms and conditions • Designing and...

The Process Engineer will support the design, optimization, and continuous improvement of production processes within a food and beverage manufacturing environment, with a strong focus on animal protein processing (e.g., beef, pork, poultry, collagen, gelatin, stocks, broths, protein isolates). This role works cross-functionally with operations, quality, maintenance, R&D, and corporate engineering to increase throughput, reduce waste, improve product quality, reduce energy usage, and ensure regulatory compliance. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience Required: Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline. 2-5 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, ideally within animal proteins, rendering, meat processing, collagen/gelatin extraction, broth/stock production, or protein concentrates. Strong understanding of unit operations: thermal processing, evaporation, drying, filtration,...

PURPOSE The Senior Mechanical Engineer will lead the design and delivery of complex mechanical and plumbing systems for commercial and industrial facilities. This role combines technical leadership with business development-mentoring design teams, collaborating with clients, and driving innovation in sustainable, efficient building systems. WHY BAKER GROUP At Baker Group, you will join a team known for innovation in design-build delivery. Our integrated approach-spanning design, fabrication, and construction-gives engineers a unique opportunity to see their designs come to life. You'll have access to advanced technology, mentorship opportunities, and the ability to influence projects from concept through commissioning. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be constructed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Key Technical and Leadership Focus : Lead the mechanical...

PURPOSE The Senior Electrical Engineer serves as a subject matter expert in electrical systems design and installation. In collaboration with project teams, this role will lead the electrical design process from the pursuit phase through project documentation, ensuring high-quality solutions. The Senior Electrical Engineer also provides mentorship to associate engineers and designers, contributes to the development of design standards, and supports the expansion of design-build capabilities in new and existing markets. The Senior Electrical Engineer also plays a key role in developing and maintaining client relationships that align with Baker Group's Just Cause, and Core Values of Care About People, Love What We Do, Mentally Tough, and Own It. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be constructed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Technical Leadership & Design...

Join our team! Our mission is BUILDING COMMUNITIES. IMPROVING LIVES. With a history spanning over 110 years, HR Green has consistently delivered on this mission, establishing ourselves as a trusted partner for our colleagues, clients, and communities alike. Each day, we work to find solutions that inspire our employees and fit our clients' needs to build trust to exceed their expectations. As a leading player in the industry, we're proud to be ranked No. 168 on Engineering News Record's Top 500 Design Firms list in 2025. Our unwavering dedication to cultivating an exceptional workplace environment has earned us the distinguished honor of being recognized as a Best Place to Work. Summary We are hiring a Lead Engineer - Electrical on our Water/Wastewater Team! This is a great opportunity for a PE who is interested in working with a dynamic team on a wide range of projects. The Lead Engineer - Electrical role supports projects within the Water-Wastewater team, ensuring technical...

Join our team! Our mission is BUILDING COMMUNITIES. IMPROVING LIVES. With a history spanning over 110 years, HR Green has consistently delivered on this mission, establishing ourselves as a trusted partner for our colleagues, clients, and communities alike. Each day, we work to find solutions that inspire our employees and fit our clients' needs to build trust to exceed their expectations. As a leading player in the industry, we're proud to be ranked No. 168 on Engineering News Record's Top 500 Design Firms list in 2025. Our unwavering dedication to cultivating an exceptional workplace environment has earned us the distinguished honor of being recognized as a Best Place to Work. Summary We are hiring a Lead Engineer - Mechanical on our Water/Wastewater Team! This is a great opportunity for a PE who is interested in working with a dynamic team on a wide range of projects. The Lead Engineer - Mechanical role supports projects within the Water-Wastewater team, ensuring technical...

Overview MSA has an opportunity for an Project Engineer Water at any office location. This position is for a Professional Engiener (PE) with passion and experience related to drinking water/water treatment projects . You will have the opportunity to see, and contribute in, projects from start to finish. As a firm, MSA provides comprehensive water services, including planning, design, and construction, for drinking water systems. You will work to address a wide range of needs, from routine water supply to complex treatment and distribution challenges, offering solutions for both site-specific and community-wide water management. Who we are & how we help What does it mean to serve communities for over 100 years? It means doing the type of work that helps people raise a family, grow a business, engage with their neighbors, and enjoy a variety of unique, enduring spaces that form the fabric of "home." MSA's roots reach back to 1919. What began with an entrepreneurial...

Municipal Engineer Department: Civil Employment Type: Full Time Location: Des Moines, IA Compensation: $85,000 - $150,000 / year Description Founded in 1973, ISG is a multi-disciplinary, full-service architecture and engineering firm, supporting clients throughout the nation. As a 100% employee-owned firm with 14 offices across five states, we thrive on collaboration, innovation, and deliver exceptional results for clients nationwide. To support our continued growth, we are seeking a talented and dedicated Civil Engineer to join our dynamic Public Works team. If you're passionate about designing, building, and maintaining critical infrastructure, this opportunity is for you! As part of our multi-disciplinary team you will work with civil, transportation, mechanical, electrical, structural, and water-wastewater engineers. Your team will include surveyors, architects, landscape architects, environmental scientists, visualization, applied technology, and construction...

Overview Position Summary The Project Engineer is responsible for providing technical engineering information to the Project Manager, Craft Supervisors, and Corporate Functional Managers to ensure design development and construction work complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design instructions applicable to one or more disciplines. This position also provides project controls support (cost, scheduling, estimating) and subcontract oversight to project construction supervision and craft personnel. Location & Travel Details You'll get the opportunity to travel across the US, helping our team build infrastructure projects. This is a traveling position, up to 100% of the time. You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in various states throughout the US. (Full List: NC, VA, GA, TX, FL, IA, WY) You'll spend 6-8 months on average per project. If eligible, we offer designated daily per diem in addition to base pay to support and...

Audio Video Design Engineer Musco's Insane Impact Team has an opening for an Audio Video Design Engineer at our Des Moines office . If your experience aligns with the qualifications outlined below, we look forward to hearing from you! Essential Criteria: 2+ years of experience in AV system design, engineering, or drafting Proficiency in AutoCAD, Vectorworks, or other CAD software Strong understanding of AV signal flow, rack layouts, networking, and power distribution Experience designing low-voltage AV systems (LED displays, video processors, control systems, audio integration Familiarity with mobile/portable AV systems or event production AV is preferred Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, architectural/structural plans, and technical specifications Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong problem-solving...

Felsburg Holt & Ullevig (FHU) is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial mid-level water resources engineer to join our innovative team and help shape the future of transportation solutions. This role, based in Des Moines, IA, offers an exciting opportunity for professionals with 8 to 15 years of relevant experience who are eager to advance their careers with a forward-thinking company committed to engineering excellence. Role Overview: As a key member of our Water Resources Group, you will lead drainage and floodplain analysis efforts for transportation projects. Additionally, you will help pursue and support other diverse water resources projects like green infrastructure assessments, stream stabilization and restoration design, and wetland design. In this role, you'll help drive design efforts, mentor a team of engineers and designers, and contribute to business development and client management. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with leadership to manage staff, provide...

RMH Systems, one of the Midwest's largest material handling, packaging, robotics, and industrial scale distributors, is seeking a motivated Automation Controls Engineer. This is a level I position, requiring 1-2 years of PLC programming experience. Some travel required, up to 50%. RMH offers turnkey solutions to a diverse customer base. Job Title: Automation Controls Engineer I Location: Waukee, IA (Local Candidates Only) Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site Remote or relocation candidates will not be considered. The position involves an understanding of controls and automation solutions under supervision, focusing on gaining experience and understanding of automation principles. They will build good habits through repetition and curiosity. Our teams find opportunities to consult, design, and implement across all types of manufacturing. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Assist in implementation of advanced robot and PLC automation systems. Assist with project...

Job Type Full-time Description This is a full-time, direct placement role at Resource Consulting Engineers, LLC. Resource Consulting Engineers, LLC is a Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Consulting Engineering firm, primarily focused on services related to building analysis, design, and construction administration services. The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for performing and/or overseeing all aspects of electrical systems design for our projects. Future oversight of other electrical engineering personnel is also likely. The ideal candidate is expected to take a leadership role within the firm, and will work directly with clients, performing both technical engineering and project management roles. The Mission Resource Consulting Engineers designs mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for the institutions that shape Iowa and Nebraska communities - K-12 schools, universities like Iowa State, and civic facilities. Our focus is creating Healthy...

PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Sr. Electrical and Control Engineer is a senior technical leader responsible for the design, development, specification, implementation, documentation, and support of electrical and control systems for mobile and stationary volumetric proportioning mixing equipment. This role owns both hardware and software aspects of machine controls, including low- and high-voltage power systems for DC and AC electrical systems, embedded and PLC-based programming control architectures, and safety-critical designs. This position serves as the technical authority for electrical and controls engineering, leading system architecture decisions, ensuring compliance with applicable standards (including ISO, ASTM, CE, NEC, and UL 508a), and providing mentorship and guidance to other engineers and cross-functional teams. The Sr. Electrical and Control Engineer will play a critical role in advancing product innovation, capability, reliability, and manufacturability while...

Department: Manufacturing Engineering Summary: The focus of the Manufacturing Engineer is to conduct manufacturing engineering assignments in conformity with sound engineering principles and controls to develop new methods, tooling, and process designs to resolve quality and cost issues in manufacturing. Primary Duties: Directs and coordinates new product introduction activities to assure all functional areas are involved to the extent specified in the product development procedure. Makes suggestions to design engineers to improve the manufacturability of current designs. Research, development, and implementation of new or existing processes and manufacturing systems to improve quality, productivity, and reduce operating costs. Provides technical assistance, training, and information to various individuals involved in the production processes. Communicate effectively with personnel, as the job requires, in a professional manner that facilitates teamwork....

At MARSHALLTOWN, we don't just build tools-we build the future of manufacturing. As a market leader in construction tools with world-class facilities and a strong, people-first culture, we're constantly pushing the boundaries of automation. With over 46 robots deployed in our Iowa factory and a dedicated in-house team designing and building custom automation cells, we're setting new standards for efficiency, quality, and innovation. We are looking for an experienced Automation & Electrical Controls Engineer to join our high-performing team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love solving complex problems, and want to see your ideas turn into reality on the factory floor, this is the opportunity for you. What You'll Do Design, specify, and implement advanced electrical control systems for automation projects. Program and optimize robots (Fanuc), PLCs (Allen Bradley), HMIs, and CNC equipment (HAAS). Lead troubleshooting and problem-solving to improve...

Who We Are Vermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resources, connects people and feeds and fuels communities. We live out a caring culture, we demonstrate agility, we keep a focus on customers and are stewards of our resources. These beliefs drive our culture, determine how we treat others and steer our business. Work Shift 1 - First Shift Job Summary Are you someone who thrives on solving complex electrical challenges and enjoys working with cutting-edge technology? In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and validation of electrical systems for Vermeer's advanced industrial equipment, ranging from agricultural and construction machinery to utility and environmental solutions. Your work will directly support our mission to deliver innovative, reliable solutions that move the world forward. What You'll Do 1. Support the design and...

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer, PE to join our Water Resources team in our Jefferson office. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond. We are looking to add a Water Resources Project Engineer, PE who will help foster our mission that All People Should Live in Safe, Sustainable and Beautiful Communities! As a Water Resources Project Engineer, you will spend the majority of your time assisting project managers in design and construction phase activities on water resources and ag drainage projects. The primary focus of this position is on ag drainage storm water modeling and design projects. You will assist our team in achieving our belief that all people should live in safe, sustainable,...

Water Wastewater Engineering Internship | Summer 2026 Start Building Your Career Before You Graduate. At HR Green, we don't believe internships should mean busywork or shadowing from the sidelines. We believe in real projects, real mentorship, and real impact - the kind that helps you figure out not just what you want to do, but where you want to grow. Our mission is simple and meaningful: Building Communities. Improving Lives. For more than 110 years, we've partnered with communities across the country to design infrastructure that people rely on every day - clean water, safe roads, sustainable development, and resilient systems. In 2025, we were proud to be ranked #168 on ENR's Top 500 Design Firms and recognized as a Best Place to Work - but what matters most to us is the people who make that work possible. What You'll Experience as an HR Green Intern Our paid Civil Engineering Internship is designed for students who want hands-on experience, not just resume lines. During...