Electrical Control Engineer

ASTEC; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Astec, a global infrastructure and manufacturing company, seeks an Electrical Engineer to design and develop electrical control panels for heavy off-road equipment. You will join our Controls team and contribute to production-ready designs from day one.

You will work with an established engineering group, learn our processes, and ensure designs meet UL, NFPA 79, and IEC standards. Recent graduates with a four-year Electrical Engineering degree are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical/Electronic Technology.
• 0–2 years of experience; recent graduates encouraged to apply.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with or exposure to EPLAN ElectricP8 preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with 24VDC & 120VAC control circuits and panel wiring practices a plus.
• Experience with PLC programming & hands on troubleshooting is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce clean, repeatable work products.
• Good communicator, able to work across engineering, manufacturing, and purchasing teams.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical schematics and panel layouts using EPLAN Electric P8.
• Develop and maintain BOMs and part specifications with Purchasing.
• Collaborate with Controls, Mechanical, and Manufacturing teams to ensure practical and cost-efficient designs.
• Support Manufacturing during production by clarifying design intent and resolving build issues.
• Participate in design reviews and help maintain internal schematic and documentation standards.
• Assist Service with diagnosing field and warranty issues related to electrical systems.
• Document work thoroughly and maintain organized project files; follow safety policies.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Panel design

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

EPLAN Electric P8

Microsoft Office

Job description

BUILT TO CONNECT Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company specializing in asphalt road building and aggregate processing equipment. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Our Controls Engineering team is at the heart of that mission — developing the electrical systems that power our machines around the world.

ABOUT THE POSITION We are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented Electrical Engineer to join our Controls team. In this role, you will design and develop electrical control panels and systems for heavy off-road construction equipment. You will work within an established engineering team, learning our products and processes while contributing to real, production-level designs from day one. Recent graduates with a four-year Electrical Engineering degree are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Design clear, efficient, and repeatable electrical schematics using EPLAN Electric P8
• Develop panel layout drawings and produce accurate, build-ready documentation packages
• Select and specify electrical components (breakers, relays, PLCs, terminal blocks, wiring, etc.) to meet design requirements
• Continuously improve existing schematic standards and panel design processes for consistency and manufacturability
• Deliver accurate documentation and design files on schedule

Key Activities &Responsibilities

• Use EPLAN Electric P8 to create and maintain electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams from concept through production release
• Design electrical control panels for 24VDC & 120VAC for industrial applications, including component selection, enclosure layout, and thermal management
• Develop and maintain bill of materials (BOM) and part specifications in coordination with the Purchasing Department and approved suppliers
• Work closely with the Controls, Mechanical, and Manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and repeatable on the shop floor
• Support Manufacturing during production by clarifying design intent and resolving build issues
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to the development of internal schematic and documentation standards
• Assist the Service Department in diagnosing and resolving field and warranty issues related to electrical systems
• Stay current with Astec product lines and relevant industry standards (e.g., UL, NFPA 79, IEC)
• Document work thoroughly and maintain organized project files
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures at all times
• Perform other duties as assigned

To Be Successful in This Role

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical/Electronic Technology required
• 0–2 years of experience; recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required
• Experience with or exposure to EPLAN ElectricP8 preferred
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and engineering drawings
• Familiarity with 24VDC & 120VAC control circuits and panel wiring practices a plus
• Experience with PLC programming & hands on troubleshooting is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and a desire to build clean, well-organized, repeatable work products
• Good communicator, able to work across engineering, manufacturing, and purchasing teams

Our Culture and Values Employees who become part of Astec embody the following values throughout their work:

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• Respect for all individuals
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• Safety, quality, and productivity as means to ensure success

Work Environment This role operates in both an office and a shop manufacturing environment. Shop exposure includes moving mechanical parts, machinery, electrical equipment, and varying temperatures and noise levels. Hearing protection and other personal protective equipment may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender(sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.