Electrical Controls Engineer

Altium Packaging; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Electrical Controls Engineer, where your expertise in automation and robotics will drive continuous improvement in plant operations. This role offers the opportunity to lead capital projects, enhance process control systems, and collaborate with a dynamic team dedicated to safety and quality. You'll be instrumental in troubleshooting and optimizing automated systems, ensuring reliability and efficiency. With a culture grounded in integrity and respect, this innovative firm provides a supportive environment for professional growth and community engagement.

Benefits

Health Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k)

Bonuses

Community Engagement Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial controls experience required.
• Experience with power distribution and Arc Flash compliance.
• Proficiency with schematics and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement capital projects and EIC projects.
• Provide technical expertise in troubleshooting control system failures.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance to improve systems.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Control Systems Engineering

Automation Engineering

Mechatronics

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Leadership Qualities

Robotic Systems Programming

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Control Systems Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Automation Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics

Tools

PLC and Controls Products (e.g., ControlLogix)

HMI

VFDs

Microsoft 365 Applications

Job description

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Location Address: 6220 Duquesne Drive, Atlanta, Georgia 30336

Work Shift: 8hr-1st Shift (United States of America)

The Electrical Controls Engineer is responsible for maintaining and enhancing plant process control systems to ensure optimal operation, reliability, and continuous improvement. This role involves troubleshooting electrical and controls-related issues, implementing control system software changes, and participating in capital projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in robotics and automation, with experience in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting automated systems.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Managing, developing, and implementing new capital projects and EIC projects, including design, procurement, construction, commissioning, qualification, and startup.
2. Providing technical expertise in troubleshooting control system failures and educating peers and maintenance staff.
3. Collaborating with engineering, maintenance, and operations to improve equipment and process systems.
4. Improving equipment uptime and contributing to plant reliability efforts.
5. Developing and maintaining controls architecture standards with internal and external partners.
6. Supporting performance, safety, and quality improvements, as well as cost-savings initiatives.
7. Leading and supervising engineering firms, contractors, and vendors.
8. Building controls knowledge within the maintenance team.
9. Supporting CAPEX projects from routine to large-scale expansions.
10. Leading projects through all development stages, including initial conceptualization and start-up.
11. Managing vendors to ensure compliance with plant standards.
12. Serving as the subject matter expert for electrical systems, including PLC, HMI, drives, robotics, and instrumentation, and training maintenance staff.
13. Providing input for plant controls strategy and recommending improvements.
14. Documenting equipment and control system changes and maintaining records.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
2. 5+ years of industrial controls experience.
3. Understanding of power distribution and Arc Flash compliance.
4. Strong problem-solving skills, communication skills, and leadership qualities.
5. Experience with designing, implementing, and troubleshooting automated systems.
6. Proficiency with schematics, wiring diagrams, and robotic systems programming.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience with consumer-packaged goods equipment is preferred.

Knowledge & Skills include:

• Proficiency with PLC and controls products (e.g., ControlLogix, HMI, VFDs), industrial networks, and process instrumentation.
• Understanding of OT systems, electrical safety, and standards such as NEC, NFPA, OSHA.
• Experience with process instrumentation and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication, mentoring, and soft skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications.

At Altium Packaging, our culture is driven by our Guiding Principles: Act with Integrity, Drive Value, Be Disciplined, Focus on Customers, Act with Humility, Respect Others, and Seek Fulfillment. We offer comprehensive benefits, including health plans, tuition reimbursement, bonuses, 401(k), and community engagement opportunities.