Electrical Controls Engineer

Acara Solutions, Inc.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to design electrical systems for custom machines and to program the controls that drive these systems. You will design schematics and panels in AutoCAD, select components, and develop PLC/HMI software while coordinating with engineers, technicians, and clients throughout projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on design, coding from scratch, and collaboration with a global workforce solutions provider committed to client success and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science is required.
• 10+ years of experience with AutoCAD or a similar application.
• 10+ years of experience with Servo motors, kinetics, servo drives, HMI's tags and PLC USING STUDIO 500- create code from scratch.

Responsibilities

• Create Bills of Materials (BOMs) for each machine.
• Program PLCs to control machine operations.
• Create code from scratch.
• Knowledgeable with servo motors.
• Program HMIs so operators can run and monitor the equipment.
• Test and troubleshoot machines before shipment.
• Provide technical support to customers during installation or after startup.
• Work closely with mechanical engineers, assembly technicians, and customers throughout the project.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

AutoCAD

Studio 5000

Job description

• The Electrical Controls Engineer is responsible for designing the electrical systems that operate custom machines and programming the controls that make those machines function.
• Design electrical schematics and control panels using AutoCAD.
• Select electrical components (PLCs, sensors, motors, drives, relays, etc.) based on customer requirements and budget.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

• This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

• Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do:

• Create Bills of Materials (BOMs) for each machine.
• Program PLCs to control machine operations.
• Create code from scratch.
• Knowledgeable with servos motors.
• Program HMIs so operators can run and monitor the equipment.
• Test and troubleshoot machines before shipment.
• Provide technical support to customers during installation or after startup.
• Work closely with mechanical engineers, assembly technicians, and customers throughout the project.
• Electrical Design with AutoCAD.
• Generate Bill of Materials.
• PLC Programming.
• HMI Programming.
• Customer Service.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
• 10+ years of experience with AutoCAD or a similar application.
• 10+ years of experience with Servo motors, kinetics, servo drives, HMI's tags and PLC USING STUDIO 500- create code from scratch.

What Sets You Apart:

• Knowledge of electrical circuit design.
• Able to select components based on budget and customer specifications.
• Knowledge of PLC Programming.
• Knowledge of HMI Programming.
• Expert in PLC Programming.
• Expert in HMI Programming.
• Motion Control Experience.
• Robotic Experience.
• Ability to Exercise Critical Thinking.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.