Senior Electrical Controls Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing provider is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support projects by designing components and systems. The role includes creating CAD layouts, developing control systems, and performing electrical calculations. Ideal candidates have specialized training and experience in control systems and CAD. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and requires domestic and international travel.

Benefits

Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

12 Holidays

Incentive Rewards

401K 4% contribution

Medical

Dental

Vision

Long Term

Life Insurance

Voluntary Term Life & AD&D

Qualifications

• Specialized training and industrial experience required.
• Proficient in MS Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, and Internet Explorer.
• Experience with ladder logic and multi-platform control systems.
• Familiar with CAD systems.

Responsibilities

• Create and revise design layouts using CAD.
• Develop ladder logic and control system programming.
• Perform electrical calculations.
• Evaluate and improve designs.
• Collaborate with engineers on design processes.
• Revise existing designs and issue ECNs.
• Prepare bills of materials.
• Research and specify commercial parts.
• Travel for installation and evaluations.
• Design test equipment and testing procedures.
• Oversee equipment construction and installation.
• Support operations, maintenance, and repairs.
• Provide technical data to sales teams.
• Assist in troubleshooting and engineering tasks.

Skills

MS Windows

Outlook

Word

Excel

Internet Explorer

Ladder logic

Multi-platform control systems

CAD systems

Education

Specialized training

Job description

SUMMARY:

Support electrical engineering projects by applying standard practices under the direction of a Senior Electrical Engineer. Design components and systems, conduct related research, and recommend design improvements based on testing and usage. This is a direct hire position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Create and revise design layouts using CAD, including control panels, operator controls, and wiring.
2. Develop ladder logic and other control system programming.
3. Perform electrical calculations (circuit design, power needs, PLC scan time, etc.).
4. Evaluate and improve designs in R&D and field settings.
5. Collaborate with engineers to enhance electrical design processes.
6. Revise existing designs; issue Engineering Change Notices (ECNs).
7. Prepare bills of materials and coordinate detailed drawings and schematics.
8. Research and specify commercial parts and new technologies.
9. Travel for installation, startup, and system evaluations.
10. Design test equipment and establish testing procedures.
11. Develop and apply control systems for new industrial applications.
12. Oversee equipment construction, installation, and testing to meet specifications.
13. Support operations, maintenance, and repair in the field.
14. Provide technical data to sales and service teams.
15. Assist in troubleshooting and other engineering tasks as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Specialized training and industrial experience required.
2. Proficient in MS Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, and Internet Explorer.
3. Experience with ladder logic and multi-platform control systems.
4. Familiar with CAD systems.

CERTIFICATIONS: As required based on current or future job needs.

WORK HOURS: Generally 8 AM – 5 PM, with flexibility and extended hours during deadlines, installations, or support events.

TRAVEL: Frequent domestic and international travel required. Must have a valid passport, visas as needed, and comply with health/travel requirements (vaccinations, etc.).

Benefits offered by the Company:

• Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• 12 Holidays
• Incentive Rewards
• 401K 4% contribution
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Long Term
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life & AD&D

About Express Employment Professionals:

Express can help you find the type of job that is a perfect fit for your needs and abilities, and you will never pay a fee for our services and support. Whether you are looking for a full-time position, part-time work, or a more flexible schedule, Express can place you in a wide range of jobs that meet your employment goals, including Administrative, Commercial, and Professional positions. In 2016, we put 1,040 people to work in the Grays Harbor and Mason County areas. Let us help you today!

Company Description: Express Employment Professionals is a leading staffing provider in the U.S., Canada, and South Africa. Every day, we help job seekers find work and help businesses find qualified employees. Founded in 1983, Express annually employs more than 566,000 people across over 800 franchise locations worldwide. Our long-term goal is to help as many people as possible find good jobs by helping as many clients as possible find good people.