Controls Engineer: Automation Design, PLCs & Field Startup

Precision Drive and Control Inc; Indiana; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Drive and Control Inc. seeks an experienced electrical controls engineer to design and program automation projects across multiple sectors, including industrial, agricultural, food and dairy, municipal, and OEM markets.

The role involves designing electrical controls, selecting components, and ensuring regulatory compliance, while coordinating with stakeholders and performing field service and startup activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in PLC programming, sequencing, and PID control.
• Familiarity with NEC and UL508A.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Conceive and design initial project concepts.
• Engineer electrical controls and specify components.
• Select hardware for control systems and enclosures.
• Size and select power distribution and protection.
• Ensure compliance with NEC/UL508A and regulations.
• Manage projects with stakeholders and estimate costs.
• Program automation components and software.
• Perform field engineering, service, and startup activities.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical engineering

Project management

Communication

Self-starter

Team player

Multitasking

Education

Electrical Engineering degree or related degree/experience

Tools

Automation software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Precision Drive and Control Inc. seeks an experienced electrical controls engineer to design and program automation projects across multiple sectors, including industrial, agricultural, food and dairy, municipal, and OEM markets.

The role involves designing electrical controls, selecting components, and ensuring regulatory compliance, while coordinating with stakeholders and performing field service and startup activities.