Electrical and Controls Engineer

Foth Infrastructure & Environment, LLC; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Foth Infrastructure & Environment, LLC is seeking an Electrical and Controls Engineer to join their team in Battle Creek, MI. This position involves providing electrical design support and programming for various industrial projects while focusing on professional growth and collaborative problem-solving. Ideal candidates will bring relevant experience and a passion for delivering high-quality work in a client-facing role. Enjoy a dynamic, member-owned firm with opportunities to work on challenging projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing environments with PLC/HMI programming.
• Five years of relevant experience in complex projects.
• Proficiency with Rockwell PLC hardware applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical hardware and software design support for industrial projects.
• Assist with the creation of project documentation, including schedules and specifications.
• Coordinate and execute electrical design and programming for PLC, HMI, and VFD projects.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Electrical system design

Software design support

Troubleshooting

Education

Two-year degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

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.

Fothis currently seeking a team-focused, innovative, and results-orientedElectrical and Controls Engineerwho has a desire to contribute to our client's success and is looking for new learning experiences and opportunities. This position will be working out of our client location inBattle Creek, MI.

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 85 years of success, 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

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free.Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances.Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

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