Automation Controls Engineer: Panel Design & CAD

Innovate Consulting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Houston is seeking a candidate for an electrical engineering role focused on control panel design. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree and strong expertise in control systems design, AutoCAD, and EPLAN. The ideal candidate should exhibit excellent communication skills and a detail-oriented mindset while fulfilling responsibilities like designing panels and ensuring quality standards in builds.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electrical components and their specifications.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of UL508A standards and requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design control panels, including motor starters and VFDs.
• Develop and review schematics and layout drawings.
• Specify components and create comprehensive bills of material.
• Perform quality checks on builds to ensure adherence to specifications.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians for project completion.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Control systems design

AutoCAD

EPLAN

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Houston is seeking a candidate for an electrical engineering role focused on control panel design. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree and strong expertise in control systems design, AutoCAD, and EPLAN. The ideal candidate should exhibit excellent communication skills and a detail-oriented mindset while fulfilling responsibilities like designing panels and ensuring quality standards in builds.