Senior Electrical Controls Engineer

Senior Electrical Controls Engineer at Matrix Technologies, Inc.

Join our team as a Senior Electrical Controls Engineer! This is a hybrid role based out of our Atlanta office in Peachtree City, GA. The position is salaried and includes eligibility for overtime pay. Electrical engineers at Matrix work with our clients on multiple projects to solve their problems through the design of PLC control panels, MCCs, and VFD panels. The position includes designing low‑voltage (typically 480

VAC or less) systems for our client's automated processes. The position will work independently and as a part of a diverse team of multi‑disciplinary engineers to solve problems and execute projects for industrial and manufacturing clients.

• Learn and follow industry, Matrix, and client safety practices and procedures.
• Helps supervise and direct the site team on safety issues.
• Helps develop safety guidelines specific to your area of expertise.
• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
• Learn and follow Matrix's Standards and Procedures. Mentors others in the use of them. Participate in the scrutiny and continuous improvement of Matrix's Standards and Procedures.
• Learn and follow Matrix's Project Methodology.
• Prepare project scopes of work, preliminary design concepts, and cost estimates. Assist in gathering field data and preparing project specifications. Report project performance. Design and develop electrical control packages based on the project needs and process design documentation (typically P&IDs).
• Application of the NEC and UL standards related to the project subject matter.
• Act as the point of contact between the electrical discipline, other internal disciplines, and the client throughout the design process to ensure that all of the client's needs are met.
• Develop PLC I/O schematics.
• Develop Panel Layouts and Bill of Materials for applications.
• Develop three line diagrams for motor circuits.
• Develop cable schedules and conduit layouts if required by the project.
• Develop construction scopes of work for installation contractors.
• Work with installation contractors during the installation.
• Assist clients with on‑site bid walks for contractors.
• Assist in field start‑ups and I/O checks by travelling to client locations.
• Provide leadership and guidance to less experienced engineers.
• Learn and follow Matrix Core Values. Expected to set the example for others.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now or in the future without employer sponsorship.
• 4 to 10 years of previous experience as an electrical engineer.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEE/BSEET) from an ABET‑accredited college or university.
• EPC project experience preferred.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Professional Engineering (PE) certification preferred.
• Basic AutoCAD schematic drawing or electrical package development experience.
• Experience with AC & DC motor drives, PLCs, HMIs, I/O hardware, MCCs, and industrial control networks preferred.
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards, specifically NFPA. Knowledge of UL508A is a plus.
• Varied industrial background is a plus. Key industries include food and beverage, chemical, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to travel, both locally and overnight, approximately 20‑25%.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; stoop, kneel, crouch; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk, and hear.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• This employee may perform industrial field work, which could include exposure to hazardous locations, inclement weather, moving…