Electrical Controls Engineer - Dayton, OH

Electrical Controls Engineer – Dayton, OH

Full-Time | On-Site | $115,000–$130,000 | Up to 30% Travel

A leading provider of custom furnace systems and refractory solutions is hiring a full-time Electrical Controls Engineer to join their engineering team based in Dayton, Ohio. This role offers the opportunity to lead control system design, PLC/HMI programming, field commissioning, and provide hands-on engineering support for major industrial clients across North America.

Key Responsibilities

• Create electrical schematics and enclosure layouts using AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical
• Program, test, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI control systems (ladder logic and white paper programming)
• Develop parts order sheets and support panel builds
• Travel to customer sites (up to 30%) for startup, commissioning, and technical support
• Work closely with project managers and engineering leadership to define scope and support custom builds
• Interpret electrical codes, perform arc flash calculations, and support internal safety standards
• Support the continuous improvement of product designs and documentation standards

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on electrical engineering experience
• 1+ years of AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical experience
• Experience with PLC logic, relay systems, and HMI development
• Working knowledge of 240V/480V single- and three-phase systems
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel up to 30%
• Comfortable working in both an office and industrial environment

Preferred Experience

• Siemens and Mitz systems
• Arc flash calculations or risk assessments
• Combustion systems or heat-based industrial equipment

Compensation & Benefits

• $115,000–$130,000 annual salary
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
• 401(k) with 10% employer match
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Travel expense reimbursement
• Strong long-term growth opportunities in a technical, project-focused environment