Electrical Controls Engineer

Electrical Controls Engineer

We are seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to design, develop, and maintain industrial control systems that automate manufacturing equipment and processes. The role focuses on PLC and HMI programming, control panel design, system integration, testing, and field commissioning. The ideal candidate is experienced with AllenBradley platforms, industrial networking, and has a strong troubleshooting mindset to deliver reliable, safe, and maintainable control solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop PLC and HMI/SCADA control systems for new and existing machinery and processes.
• Program, test, and commission PLCs (primarily AllenBradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix) and associated HMI projects using Studio 5000/RSLogix and FactoryTalk or equivalent.
• Create, review, and maintain electrical schematics, control panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Integrate sensors, drives, motors, actuators, and other field devices; configure industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, ProfiNet as applicable).
• Perform factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and hands-on commissioning and startup support at customer sites.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose control system issues, implement corrective fixes, and provide technical support to operations and maintenance teams.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and company quality procedures; incorporate machine safety interlocks and guarding requirements.
• Collaborate with mechanical, process, and project teams to ensure seamless system integration and on-time project delivery.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, as-built drawings, user manuals, and training materials; train technicians and customers as required.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize control performance, reliability, and maintainability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial controls engineering with hands-on PLC programming and commissioning.
• Proven experience with AllenBradley PLCs (ControlLogix/CompactLogix), Studio 5000/RSLogix, and FactoryTalk or similar HMI software.
• Strong knowledge of ladder logic, structured text or function block programming, and control system design principles.
• Experience designing electrical schematics and control panels; familiarity with CAD/Electrical design tools and creating BOMs.
• Working understanding of industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, TCP/IP) and communication diagnostics.
• Practical experience with motor control, VFDs, I/O selection, and sensor integration.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills, field commissioning experience, and ability to work under pressure to resolve issues on site.
• Knowledge of electrical codes, machine safety standards (NFPA 70E, ISO 13849, or equivalent) and best practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, and willingness to travel to customer sites as required.

Benefits

• Paid PTO & Holidays
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• 401k
• Stable privately-owned company
• Tons of growth opportunity!
• Bonus
• Yearly raise (no matter when you start!)
• No layoffs - ever!

For this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position.