Electrical Controls Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Bensalem Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrical Controls Engineer to lead innovative projects in safety and automation systems. This role encompasses the complete project lifecycle, from conceptual design to implementation, ensuring compliance with safety standards and delivering exceptional customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, leveraging their expertise in PLCs and HMIs while collaborating with diverse teams. Join a company that values employee ownership and offers comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and 401k matching, as you contribute to cutting-edge automation solutions.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

PTO accrual

Referral bonuses

401k matching

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or 8 years of experience.
• Strong project management experience and controls application experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop safety control systems and manage projects.
• Liaise with clients and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Project management

Communication skills

Negotiation

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Project management training

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

PLCs

HMIs

Job description

Job Description

The Electrical Controls Engineer will be required to work on projects ranging from basic control cabinets to controls for complete safety and automation systems through all phases of the project including conceptualization, estimate, design, integration, installation, and implementation. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the electrical controls field. Reports to the Automation Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop new safety control systems or modify existing systems
• Work collaboratively with sales, operations, purchasing, engineering, and production
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, contractors, and relevant authorities
• Understand and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, quality standards of the country in which work is undertaken
• Follow and contribute to the improvement of Departmental processes and procedures
• Assist Sales Application Engineers by providing timely estimates and quotes
• Project manage small to midsize safety and automation projects from conception to start-up within cost and time constraints
• Generate wiring diagrams and panel layouts utilizing AutoCAD Electrical
• Write computer software and perform PLC and HMI programming
• Assist with installations, validations, start-ups, troubleshooting, and problem-solving

Key Competencies:

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Planning, organizing, and time management
• Decision-making
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Persuasiveness
• Influencing and leading
• Teamwork
• Negotiation
• Adaptability

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical, Safety, or a related field, or a minimum of eight years of experience in a fast-paced Integration Engineering environment. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Project management training is a plus
• Ability to develop innovative concepts for turn-key safety automation and conveyor systems
• Strong controls application experience utilizing PLCs, HMIs
• Familiarity with machine hard guarding and associated electrical safety products – FGRs, light curtains, safety PLCs
• Experience estimating and quoting engineered systems
• Strong project management experience, especially for heavy spec-driven and multi-disciplined projects
• Experience working with engineers to develop engineered system requirements, scope of supply, and defining project risks
• Experience working in an ISO environment and applying OSHA, Safety, and N.E.C standards; working knowledge of ISO 13849, NFPA70, NFPA 79, and UL508A
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong time management, planning, and organizational skills
• Driven to obtain 100% customer satisfaction while maintaining high profitability consistent with engineered systems

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage effective the first of the month after the hire date
• PTO accrual begins upon hire
• Referral bonuses
• 100% employee-owned with 401k matching