Advanced Electrical Engineer

Honeywell Aerospace; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace in Phoenix is seeking an Advanced Electrical Engineer to lead design, development, and implementation of complex electrical systems. You will work on hybrid schedule reporting to the Test Engineering Manager.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a technical field and 4+ years in electrical and facility control systems, plus PLC programming across Emerson, Allen-Bradley, Phoenix Contact, and Automation Direct. AutoCAD Electrical and LabVIEW experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline required.
• 4+ years in electrical and facility control systems.
• 4+ years PLC programming across multiple platforms including Emerson, Allen-Bradley, Phoenix Contact and Automation Direct.
• Experience leading teams and writing software from scratch.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop and test PLC programs for new and existing equipment.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers.
• Define controls system requirements and develop functional specifications.
• Lead implementation and testing of new systems with cross-functional teams.
• Create and revise designs using AutoCAD Electrical including BOM and wiring.
• Document operation, maintenance and repair procedures.
• Troubleshoot electrical/electronic issues using test equipment.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical engineering

Technical leadership

Ladder Logic

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

Emerson PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Phoenix Contact PLC

Automation Direct PLC

AutoCAD Electrical

LabVIEW

Job description

Job Description

As an Advanced Electrical Engineer here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will have the opportunity to provide advanced technical expertise and leadership in electrical engineering projects. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing complex electrical systems and components, ensuring high quality and innovative solutions that meet customer and business needs. You will report directly to our Test Engineering Manager, and you’ll work out of our Phoenix, AZ location on a Hybrid work schedule. In this role, you will impact the company’s ability to deliver cutting-edge electrical engineering solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in industrial operations. At Honeywell Aerospace, our people leaders play a critical role in developing and supporting our employees to help them perform at their best and drive change across the company. Help to build a strong, diverse team by recruiting talent, identifying, and developing successors, driving retention and engagement, and fostering an inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop and test well-structured PLC programs for new and existing equipment using best practices and guidelines established by Honeywell. This would include troubleshooting/modifying/fixing facility control systems (FCS) and human machine interfaces (HMI) and then documenting changes.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and learning for junior engineers
• Define controls system requirements and develop detailed functional specifications
• Lead implementation and testing of new systems including troubleshooting of software, electrical and mechanical issues working side-by-side with internal teams
• The ability to use AutoCAD Electrical to support/revise current designs and create new designs that will be fabricated into hardware. The designs will be composed of the following: block diagrams, system/control interconnects, internal panel layouts, cable and harness assemblies, bill of material (BOM) and test/configuration instructions.
• Be able to create clear detailed documentation to support the operation, maintenance and repair of designed equipment and software.
• Able to Lead and aid in the troubleshooting of various electrical/electronic issues, including generators, utilizing analytical thinking. The ability to properly use test equipment such as digital multimeters (DMM), oscilloscopes, milliohm meters and hi-pot testers.
• Willing to respond quickly with quality solutions to support our customer’s needs.

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics.
• 4+ years of experience in engineering related to electrical and facility control systems
• 4+ years PLC programming experience with multiple hardware platforms
  • Emerson, Allen-Bradley, Phoenix Contact and Automation Direct preferred
  • Must be able to demonstrate ability to write software using an object-oriented approach utilizing function blocks or add-on instructions. Be able to program in Ladder Logic.
  • Must have experience architecting and writing software from scratch.
• Experience as a Technical leader and designer. Working knowledge of industry electrical standards (UL508A, NFPA79, IEC, NEC).

WE VALUE

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Experience with various programing languages including NI LabVIEW.
• Experience in industrial automation and control systems
• Strong project management and leadership skills
• Ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement
• Knowledge of emerging electrical engineering technologies and industry trends
• A work ethic that places safety and quality as the highest priorities. Proven ability to work with minimal direction in a cross-functional team environment.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written, with our customers.

Benefits

Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program and educational assistance
• Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time

Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/

U.s. Person Requirements

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

About Honeywell Aerospace

Join a company that’s reintroducing itself to the aviation community we’ve helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we’re launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.

Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world’s aircraft, your work here has reach that’s rare to find anywhere else.

Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we’re shaping what comes next.

Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.

About The Business Unit

Optimize industrial operations through integrated automation, control systems, and digital technologies. Connect assets and enable real-time insights to drive smarter, data-driven decision-making. Enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability with scalable solutions like Experion and Honeywell Forge.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting Date: September 17, 2026