Electrical/Control System Engineer I

SJE; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Dental

Vision

Job summary

SJE in Hoover, AL is seeking an Electrical/Control System Engineer I to design, test, and implement control systems for diverse industries. The role involves panel design, hardware selection, PLC/HHI programming, testing, and field support at our Birmingham area office.

The candidate will work on-site Monday through Friday in Hoover, Alabama, with opportunities to collaborate across engineering, project management, and sales teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Entry level to 3 years of related work experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness and ability to learn technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control panels and systems to meet project specs.
• Develop PLC and HMI applications per project requirements.
• Perform fuse, breaker, and wire sizing analyses.
• Support field startups and site troubleshooting.
• Prepare technical documentation and testing procedures.

Skills

Electrical design

PLC programming

HMI development

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Birmingham
5201 Princeton Way
Hoover, AL 35226, USA

Description

We are Proud to be SJE!

At SJE, we are more than a company - we are a family of brands with a shared vision and mission to provide industry-leading, innovative, and reliable control and monitoring solutions that improve efficiencies, protect the environment, and deliver dependable solutions to our valued customers. We are looking for an Electrical/Control System Engineer I to support our Revere brand. Candidate will be required to work on-site Monday through Friday, from our Birmingham, Alabama office location.

Our Revere brand is a leading provider of automation and control solutions for the industrial, water and wastewater treatment, power and energy, manufacturing, food and beverage, oil and gas, and pulp and paper industries. We design, build, and implement customized automation and control systems for highly complex projects. Check us out at Reverecontrol.com or SJEinc.com !

The job:

The Electrical/Control System Engineer I is responsible for efficiently designing, testing, implementing, and completing projects while meeting project specifications and budget requirements. As an Electrical/Control System Engineer I, you will work in areas of project implementation including panel design, hardware selection, programming, testing, and site support. You will work with relay and PLC based control panel designs including schematics, panel layouts, and bill of material.

You will perform design analysis including fuse sizing, breaker sizing, wire sizing, and short circuit analysis. You will perform in-shop testing and field startups, and you will support Project Management, Sales, Receiving, Drafting, Documentation, Purchasing, Production and Shipping.

The skills you need:

What will you do in this role:

• Design electrical control panels and systems to meet project specifications and division design standards.
• Coordinate with panel production personnel in the fabrication of control panels.
• Develop procedures and plans for factory and field testing of control panels and systems.
• Develop PLC and HMI applications per project specifications using division/industry standards and best practices.
• Direct activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing conform to functional specifications and customer requirements.
• Coordinate operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment and systems in field installations.
• Technical document writing including Testing Procedures, Training Plans and Sequence of Operations.
• Notify Project Managers and Group Managers of schedule/budget goals issues.
• Request quotes from vendors and verify quoted equipment meets specification requirements.
• Provide customers with technical support via phone, remote access, and onsite service.
• Attend training and continuing education related to industry.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Experience, Educational and Ability Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Basic computer software skills using Microsoft Office Suite, E-Mail, Internet, AutoCAD.
• Entry Level to Three (3) years of related work experience in related field.
• Demonstrate a willingness and ability to learn technical skills.
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to design, write and test software and provide hardware services for small projects without significant supervision.
• Knowledge and experience with specialized tools and test equipment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to interact with customers, vendors, company employees and subcontractors.

When you are considering a new job, it is normal to have a ton of questions. Here are a few questions we are asked all the time.

• What are the hours? Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
• What is your Paid Time Off and holiday policy? Up to 120 hours of Paid Time Off in your first year plus 8 paid holidays.
• What benefits do you offer?We offer a robust benefits package including health, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance as well as dental and vision programs you need to take care of your family, along with other benefit options.Check out ourfull benefits package !
• What percentage of travel is required for this position? 30%
• What is my commute?Plug this address into Google Maps: 5201 Princeton Way, Hoover, Alabama 35226

We will answer more of your questions during the first interview. Expect to hear about the next steps if you meet the job requirements.

Why work with us:
At SJE, we believe in empowering our employees to grow professionally while making a real impact. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a collaborative culture that encourages creativity and problem-solving. Join us and become a part of something bigger. Join a company where you're not just working—you’re building a legacy!

SJE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SJE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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