Systems Engineer; Electrical Controls

Role Overview

We are seeking a hands‑on Systems Engineer to design, implement, and support automation and electromechanical systems across diverse industrial applications. This role combines electrical and controls engineering expertise with collaboration across production, maintenance, and project teams.

• Design, develop, and maintain industrial control systems including electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics.
• Program, debug, and optimize PLCs and safety PLCs for complex automated processes.
• Develop HMI screens that provide clear operator feedback and facilitate troubleshooting.
• Integrate machinery with manufacturing execution systems (MES) and other plant‑wide systems.
• Implement safety systems compliant with relevant industrial standards to protect equipment and personnel.
• Support installation, wiring, and testing of electrical cabinets, field devices, and automation hardware.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to deploy automated systems and provide post‑deployment support.
• Troubleshoot and optimize electromechanical systems to ensure reliability and process efficiency.

• 5–15 years of experience in controls engineering, automation, or electromechanical system design.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Proficiency with industrial PLCs (Allen‑Bradley, Fanuc, or equivalent) and safety PLCs.
• Experience developing HMI interfaces and integrating machinery with MES or similar systems.
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical and safety standards (NFPA, UL, ANSI, ISO, OSHA).
• Ability to read and create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics; CAD experience preferred.
• Nice to have: experience with robotics, vision systems, Lab View, variable frequency drives, and industrial networking protocols (Ethernet/IP, Device Net).
• Willingness to travel up to 10% and perform hands‑on tasks in indoor and outdoor manufacturing environments.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign‑born residents, and veterans to apply.

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact  .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

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