Electrical Engineer (Controls)

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What You Will Experience In This Role:

• Implement, debug, and maintain the machine controls architecture/performance for all site automation. Specific areas of focus include PLC logic, HMI interfaces, and industrial communication networks.
• Upon assignment, support site-wide optimization tasks tied to automation. Areas of focus include up-time, equipment throughput, and overall product quality of all mechanized equipment.
• Upon assignment, support NPI automation initiatives to ensure appropriate product and equipment introduction into operations. Assist in equipment procurement and integration, including reviewing specifications, supporting FAT/SAT activities, and collaborating with machine builders.
• Collaborate with production controls engineering to transition new equipment into sustained production support.
• Develop and maintain data acquisition and logging systems, ensuring accurate tracking of test results and equipment performance.
• Support helium leak testing and functional testing by implementing control logic, sequencing, and safety interlocks for complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Apply modular design principles to controls architecture, code structure, and hardware layouts to improve maintainability and scalability.

You Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or other related technical degree required.
• 5+ years of experience in controls engineering, automation engineering, or production test system development preferred.
• Hands on experience with PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, CAN, etc.).
• Strong background in instrumentation and electro-mechanical systems.
• Experience supporting or implementing end-of-line test systems in a production environment.
• Familiarity with capital equipment, automation hardware, and machine builder collaboration.
• Working knowledge of database systems used for test data collection.
• Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and a passion for building reliable automated systems.
• Exposure to helium leak testing is a plus.