Electrical Controls Engineer

Job in Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55441, USA

Listing for: Automationtechies

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-03

Job specializations:

Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Automation Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists

We are looking for an Electrical Controls Engineer to serve as a key technical expert within a highly automated testing and engineering environment. This is a high-impact role offering strong autonomy, where you'll support operations, lead automation initiatives, and help shape the long-term strategy for electrical and control systems infrastructure.

You'll act as a system owner for automation and electrical systems, while also providing mentorship and guidance to technicians, contractors, and cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Technical Support
Troubleshoot and support electrical/automation systems (PLCs, VFDs, MCCs, instrumentation). Train technicians, review drawings, and support design, installation, and maintenance of facility systems. Partner cross-functionally to reduce downtime, ensure code compliance, and support capital projects. Lead root cause analysis and maintain documentation.
System Ownership & Reliability
Drive reliability of electrical and automation systems and develop improvement roadmaps.
Project Management
Lead medium-large projects, including scope, budget, timelines, and vendor coordination.
Strategy & Leadership
Mentor team members and support long-term automation and facility strategy.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
7+ years of electrical and control systems experience
Knowledge of medium- and low-voltage power distribution
PLC programming and HMI design experience
Strong understanding of electrical codes and safety standards
Hands-on troubleshooting experience with automation systems
Strong communication and collaboration skills

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