Senior Electrical Control Engineer

Senior Electrical Controls Engineer Cleveland, OH | 160k

We're looking for a Senior Electrical Controls Engineer to join a well-established automation team delivering custom control systems and retrofit projects across industrial manufacturing environments in the Cleveland area.

This is a hands-on, project-driven role where you'll lead a team and take ownership from design through commissioning, working closely with customers and supporting projects on-site.

Full lifecycle ownership - design, programming, install, and startup

Focus on retrofits, upgrades, and custom automation projects

Highly hands-on role with strong involvement in commissioning and troubleshooting

Regular client interaction and on-site project execution

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)7-10 years of hands-on controls/automation experience

Strong PLC programming experience (Rockwell, Siemens, or Modicon)

Experience with VFDs, servo systems, and drive configuration (AB, Siemens, ABB, Parker)
Understanding of motors, torque, speed, and mechanical fundamentals

Experience with AutoCAD / electrical schematics and panel design

Proven ability to work across full project lifecycle (design → commissioning)

Design and develop control systems for industrial applications

Program and commission PLC-based automation systems

Configure and start up VFDs, servo drives, and motor control systems

Support electrical design, schematics, and panel layouts

Lead and manage projects from concept through installation and startup

Work closely with customers, vendors, and internal teams

Oversee on-site commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimization

Prepare project documentation, BOMs, and technical reports

Support customer training and ensure successful project delivery

Paid overtime Competitive compensation based on credentials

Travel reimbursement

Health insurance compensation

Training and education on new equipment and technologies

Opportunity to become a team lead