Electrical and Controls Engineer

Foth Careers; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a member-owned consulting firm with a rich history of over 85 years, dedicated to solving complex engineering challenges. This position involves providing electrical hardware and software design support for industrial projects, coordinating the programming of Allen-Bradley PLCs, and assisting in project documentation. With a dynamic culture and a collaborative team environment, you will engage in diverse projects that foster professional growth. If you are passionate about engineering and thrive in a supportive atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Diverse project engagement

Qualifications

• 5 years of PLC/HMI programming experience in manufacturing environments.
• Two-year degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent technical experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical design support for industrial projects.
• Coordinate and execute electrical design and programming for projects.
• Assist with project documentation and troubleshooting support.

Skills

PLC Programming

Electrical Hardware Design

Troubleshooting

Client Interface

Project Documentation

Education

Two-year degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Allen-Bradley PLC

HMI Systems

VFDs

Job description

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 29 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide electrical hardware and software design support for industrial projects
• Develop or assist with the creation of design packages for bid and construction
• Coordinate and execute electrical design and programming of Allen-Bradley PLC, HMI, VFD and Servo motion projects through construction and start-up phases
• Assist with electrical engineering and drawing efforts as needed
• Assist with the creation of project documentation including schedules, specifications, and cost estimates
• Produce high quality project deliverables while working in a collaborative team environment
• Gather field data and provide installation, start up, and troubleshooting support
• Work on multiple projects
• Respond to and support client/project requests for ongoing controls troubleshooting of production equipment (may include nights and weekends)
• Climb stairs/ladders and do field data gathering in hot environments
• Work around food products including, but not limited to, peanuts, wheat and almonds
• Interface directly with client(s)

Required Qualifications:

• Two-year degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent technical experience
• Five years of relevant PLC/HMI programming experience in manufacturing environments, including troubleshooting complex projects

Required Previous Experience with the Following:

• Rockwell PLC5 and ControlLogix hardware applications
• VFDs and Inverter Duty Motor applications
• Electrical system design schematics and control panel identification/layout design

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
• Proficient with using AutoCAD
• Proficient with server-based HMI’s

Preferred Previous Experience with the Following:

• Ethernet and Ethernet/IP Networking
• Sensing technologies
• Control systems for process or packaging line integration. Examples include case packing, metal detection, palletizing, pneumatic conveying, dust collection, ovens/cookers, and other related process/packaging equipment
• Vision inspection and barcode scanning

Why Foth:

Established Reputation: With over 86 years of experience, we are proud to be 100% member-owned.

Dynamic Culture: Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate.

Challenging Projects: Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference! Learn more at foth.com/careers

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