Electrical Controls Engineer

Position Summary

The Electrical & Controls Engineer is responsible for end-to-end design, programming, integration, and commissioning of systems that control machines and processes. This includes PLC/HMI programming, electrical design, and system validation on real equipment. Proficiency implementing, integrating, and programming B&R Automation and Rockwell automation industrial PCs, HMIs, PLCs, and other industrial controls utilizing various techniques including C/C++, structured text, and ladder diagrams is essential.

The role will be responsible to work in teams and individually to execute a variety of projects in new product development, product improvement, engineer-to-order, and sustaining engineering. The position requires strong expertise in PLC programming, industrial controls, and electrical system design, with hands‑on involvement from concept through field commissioning.

• Design electrical controls and power circuits complying with applicable codes, standards, and regulations including but not limited to UL, CSA, NFPA, NEC and IEC.
• Create schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and BOMs using AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical.
• Develop, debug, and revise programs and software used in HMIs and machine controls across varying platforms.
• Manage UL regulatory compliance as needed.
• Select, implement, and program input/output devices, controllers, drives, and other devices common in industrial equipment and automation.
• Develop and implement best practices across all areas of responsibility and expertise.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• 3 years’ experience using B&R Automation Studio to develop applications on B&R industrial PCs and HMIs using C/C++, Structured Text, and Ladder Diagrams
• Experience developing HMIs using B&R mapp View or equivalent
• Familiarity with C/C++ or embedded real-time development
• 3 years’ experience using AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical
• Experience troubleshooting machine applications in production environments
• Strong documentation and cross‑functional collaboration skills

• Experience with industrial networks such as POWERLINK, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, or Modbus
• Experience designing operator-focused HMIs for industrial equipment
• Experience with production data logging, MES, or analytics integration
• Experience with SQL and JSON data structures
• Experience programming Python
• Experience in food or sanitary equipment environments

• Ability to work collaboratively and execute tasks autonomously with transparency and integrity, incorporating multiple sources of input and aligning with consensus direction.
• Excellent English language communication (oral, written, and listening) and interpersonal skills.
• Team‑oriented; able to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Strong research and analytical skills for investigating project‑related issues and innovations.
• Able to troubleshoot, solve problems and quickly recommend solutions.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Able to travel 20% of the time.

The responsibilities are not to be considered exhaustive. Other responsibilities will be applied to the role as needed.