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Electrical Controls Engineer – Dayton, OH

Job in Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio, 45430, USA
Listing for: Goodwin Recruiting
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-19
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Automation Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 115000 - 130000 USD Yearly USD 115000.00 130000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: 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
  • GE Fanuc robots, Roboguide, or DCS 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
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