Electrical Controls Engineer

Schedule:

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Title:

Electrical Controls Engineer

Location:

Independence, MO

Salary: $90,700 to $129,800

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Controls Engineer with extensive experience in control systems, particularly Allen‑Bradley PLCs and HMIs, to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining electrical control systems and components to required specifications, focusing on economy, safety, reliability, quality, and sustainability.

• Design electrical control systems for industrial automation equipment (480 V and below).
• Evaluate and propose alternative components and automation strategies to enhance efficiency, product quality, performance, and cost‑effectiveness.
• Perform programming (new and modifications) of control devices, including Allen‑Bradley PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servos, and vision cameras.
• Develop electrical specifications for new equipment and ensure compliance by working closely with vendors throughout the quotation, design, and build phases.
• Develop, manage, and support capital projects, including conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in designing and programming control systems, with a focus on Allen‑Bradley PLCs and HMIs.
• Experience with robot controls, and familiarity with Rockwell Studio 5000, Factory Talk View Studio, or Keyence Vision Systems is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities, manage a high‑volume workload, and willingness to be collaborative and support team efforts.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

• Must possess a valid US driver’s license.
• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate’s ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.
• This position requires successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies. To meet the government‑facility requirements, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen.

Olin is an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.