Electrical Controls Engineer II

ANDERSEN CORPORATION

SUMMARY:

At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. The possibility for our employees to achieve their full potential, for our communities to be stronger and for everyone to have a healthier, happier place to live.

Our portfolio of brands — Andersen Windows & Doors, Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ — is crafted to serve customers across the new residential, home improvement and light commercial building sector.

Join our more than 13,000 employees who are inspired every day to deliver exceptional experiences that turn possibility into reality.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position leads the electrical and controls portions of equipment projects from concept through commissioning and production stabilization. The role develops safe, reliable, and standardized solutions that meet operational, documentation, and safety requirements while serving as a technical resource for PLC systems, industrial networking, operator interfaces, and equipment troubleshooting. This position collaborates with internal and external teams, suppliers, electricians, technicians, and engineers to successfully integrate equipment safely into production.

Responsibilities:

Lead electrical and controls portions of equipment projects

Develop and review electrical schematics, panel layouts, network architectures, and Bill of Materials (BOM's)
Thin Manager and industrial thin-client architecture

Manufacturing Execution System (MES) integration and support

Write machinery control functional specifications

Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
Create and execute FAT/SAT validation test plans

Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for equipment failures

Develop and maintain machine risk assessments and safety validation documentation

Design, modify, troubleshoot, and debug PLC and machine safety control systems

Communicate electrical specifications and standards to suppliers

Collaborate with Manufacturing, Maintenance, Safety, Quality, and IT teams

Support continuous improvement, productivity, safety, and reliability initiatives

Mentor and guide technicians, electricians, and engineers

Provide or coordinate detailed estimates for controls and electrical work Travel requirements:
Up to 10%

Skills:

Troubleshooting and problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration and technical leadership

Managing multiple projects and priorities

Written and verbal communication

Interpretation of technical standards and specifications

Working independently with limited supervision

Project planning and execution

Knowledge:

Rockwell Automation control platforms, including Studio 5000, RSLogix 5000, Guard Logix, Factory Talk View ME/SE, Factory Talk Linx, and RSLinxUL 508A industrial control panels and NFPA 70 and NFPA 79 requirements ANSI B11.19 / ISO 13849 machine safety standards

Power

Flex Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) configuration and specification

Kinetix servo drive configuration and specification

Arc flash principles and analysis

AutoCAD for wiring diagram development

Sensor application and specification

Experience with additional PLC, HMI, and motion control platforms, including Siemens, Beckhoff, Automation Direct, and B&R

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Five or more years of relevant electrical, controls, automation, or manufacturing engineering experience

Experience supporting industrial equipment, manufacturing operations, or capital equipment projects

Experience with PLC programming, electrical controls design, equipment troubleshooting, and system commissioning#LI-JL2

PAY RANGE:$81,035.00 - $CULTURE AND BENEFITS:

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