Electrical Controls Engineer 3

Job Summary: Design of Electrical Hardware and Software for Industrial Production Machinery; Negotiate with Production Engineering to Clarify Project Specification; Develop Quotation for Electrical System, Including Purchased Components and Labor; Design of Safety Control Circuit, Hardware Circuit, and Generating Hardware Drawings; Creation of Machine Software to Control the Machine (PLC, Robot, Vision, Servo Motors, etc.); Adjustment / Debug of the Machine Software during Machine Construction and Install; Updating Final Electrical Drawings to Reflect Changes Made during Machine Construction; Create Electrical Portion of the Machine Operation Manual; Some travel is expected, domestic and international.The E3-level Electrical/Controls Engineer exhibits nearly full autonomy over executing their assigned work. They are assigned a job or task and are able to develop their own plan of action to complete it satisfactorily. They can handle working on broad or undeveloped, high-level concepts.Roles and Responsibilities:Designs safety and operational controls for new and existing equipment and troubleshoots any issues with these controls, referring complex issues to more experienced engineers when needed.Specifies components for use in equipment for controls systems. Documents control systems in drawings, schematics and spec sheets.Programs PLC controllers and documents PLC programs using ladder logic diagrams.Collaborates with Automation Engineering and Maintenance to verify that the design of all production equipment meets all regulatory and DENSO standards.After consulting with Automation Engineering and Maintenance, creates equipment specifications based upon requirements for GUI/communication interfaces and networking requirements.Collaborates with production planning to schedule electrical work and equipment modifications and/or installation.Develops clear and concise operator instruction manuals.May train or mentor less experienced engineers.Performs other duties as assigned.Skills and Abilities:PLC programming, controls circuit design, machine safety standards and component selection criteria knowledge and experience requiredAnalytical skills with an ability to independently evaluate and develop innovative solutions to complex situationsWritten and verbal communication skills and presentation skills. Ability to communicate with internal and external customers on issues of moderate to considerable importance, up to and including senior management.Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressureAbility to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlinesProject management skills, including identifying and scheduling process steps, determining resources and staff required to successfully complete assigned projects or project steps and reporting on projectDemonstrates a high commitment to qualityProficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and PowerPointAbility to apply process improvement planning and checking to own work output and to assist others with identifying gaps in work resultsRequired Qualifications:5-8 years of relevant experience as a Controls Engineer or related experienceBachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or other related technical degreeWhile a candidate at the E3 level is preferred, the M&T Electrical Engineering department will also consider candidates at an E2 or E1 level, based on their qualifications.Benefits Summary:Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Plans401K with 4% Company MatchVacation/PTO and 13 Paid HolidaysBonus ProgramFSA/HSA and Dependent Care ProgramsCompany provided Life, Disability, ADD, and Business Travel InsuranceVarious No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management ProgramsVarious Optional Insurance Programs such as Legal, Identity Theft, Critical Illness, etc.Tuition ReimbursementCareer Development and Ongoing TrainingEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Spotlight and Recognition ProgramVolunteer opportunitiesOnsite Fitness Center (vary by location)Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)Candidates residing 50+ miles from the work location are eligible for relocation assistance.Annual Salary: $96,000 - $120,000Full timePosting Date: 2026-09-02