Electrical Controls Engineer
Core
Designs, develops, implements, and supports electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery for site utilities, production equipment, and facilities in a manufacturing environment.
Role type
Electrical Controls Engineer
Builds
On-site control systems architecture, PLCs, HMIs, server/industrial IT network infrastructure, facility monitoring systems, and building management systems.
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Automation
Required skills
Electrical engineering fundamentals, PLC programming, HMI design, industrial network infrastructure, electrical schematics reading, ladder logic, motor controls (VFDs, servo), PID control, thermocouples/RTDs/transducers, analytical troubleshooting, capital project management, vendor relationship management
Preferred skills
National Electric Code knowledge, high voltage systems (up to 460V), relay logic, documentation skills, leadership of plant electrical staff
Technologies
PLCs, HMIs, Building Management Systems (BMS), Facility Monitoring Systems, VFDs, Servo drives, PID controllers
Responsibilities
Support development and implementation of control systems architecture and network infrastructure; maintain Facility Monitoring and Building Management Systems in a validated state; develop and implement improvements for efficiency and safety; assist with capital improvement projects including funding, acquisition, installation, and documentation; rebuild and upgrade utility systems and production equipment; ensure compliance with cGMP, OSHA, and local regulations.
Seniority
Junior to Mid-level (1-3 years experience)