Electrical and Controls Engineer

Sharpe Engineering; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO) and 10 holidays

Flexible work schedule

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Sharpe Engineering & Equipment seeks an experienced Electrical & Controls Engineer to lead design, programming, and integration of automation for food and beverage projects. You will drive electrical design excellence, support commissioning, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, reliable, high-performance solutions.

Based with Sharpe, you will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with contractors, and travel 20–30% to client sites, ensuring adherence to standards and client

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial electrical engineering, automation, and controls integration.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation platforms (PLC/HMI/SCADA) and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Experience coordinating contractors and executing field commissioning.
• Strong communication, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license required; passport eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design including schematics, panel layouts, power distribution, and motor control systems.
• Develop and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming (Rockwell preferred).
• Create control narratives, I/O lists, and functional descriptions.
• Oversee contractors and integrators during installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver fully integrated solutions.
• Maintain electrical and controls standards; support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers; promote safety and quality.
• Travel to client sites for installation support, commissioning, and field work (20–30%).

Skills

Electrical design

PLC/HMI/SCADA programming

Team collaboration

Field commissioning

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Aug 14, 2026

Sharpe Engineering & Equipment is seeking an experienced Electrical & Controls Engineer to lead the design, programming, and integration of advanced automation and electrical systems for food & beverage processing projects. This senior technical role will drive electrical design excellence, support commissioning, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, reliable, and high-performance solutions.

You’ll work closely with project managers, mechanical engineers, contractors, and integrators to ensure every system meets client expectations and Sharpe’s commitment to quality, innovation, and our Core Values: Integrity, Collaboration, Responsibility, Commitment to Stakeholders, and People-Centric Focus.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design including schematics, panel layouts, power distribution, and motor control systems.
• Develop and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming (Rockwell preferred).
• Create control narratives, I/O lists, and functional descriptions.
• Oversee contractors and integrators during installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver fully integrated solutions.
• Maintain electrical and controls standards; support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers; promote safety and quality.
• Travel to client sites for installation support, commissioning, and field work (20–30%).

Why Join Sharpe?
At Sharpe, you’ll join a people‑centric organization dedicated to collaboration, integrity, and technical excellence. You’ll play a key role in shaping how electrical and controls systems are delivered across complex capital projects, contributing directly to innovation and client success in the food & beverage industry.

You’ll join a people‑centric organization built on collaboration, responsibility, and a commitment to doing what’s right for our clients and our team. Here, your leadership drives continuous improvement, supports innovation, and contributes to the long‑term success of a growing company. If you’re motivated by making an impact, building strong partnerships, and leading projects that truly deliver value, Sharpe is the place to do your best work.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (required).
• 7+ years of experience in industrial electrical engineering, automation, and controls integration.
• Strong expertise with Rockwell Automation platforms (PLC/HMI/SCADA).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, UL 508A, and related codes.
• Experience coordinating contractors and executing field commissioning.
• Strong communication, documentation, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license required; passport eligibility preferred.

Sharpe Engineering offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well‑being, and work‑life balance. Our benefits includepaid time off (PTO) plus 10 paid holidays, aflexible work schedule, andmedical, dental, and vision insurance. We also provideshort-term and long‑term disability coverage, as well aslife insurance, helping ensure peace of mind for you and your family.

Sharpe Engineering & Equipment is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sharpe Engineering & Equipment specializes in custom solutions for food and beverage facilities, offering project management, equipment specifications, and transparent client collaboration since 1994.

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