Electrical Controls Engineer

Actalent; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a dynamic Electrical Controls Engineer to lead electrical design and provide expert input on diverse projects. This role involves overseeing the development of control systems, managing design reviews, and ensuring project success through all phases from planning to commissioning.

Benefits

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree or 3+ years with an M.S.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Experience managing risks with custom design projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive the concept and engineering design development of electrical control systems.
• Oversee schematic design, PLC programming, and project commissioning.
• Participate in design reviews and provide project status updates.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical design

AutoCAD Electrical

Project management

Controls engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

E.I.T. credential

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC/HMI

Rockwell Studio 5000

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Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Electrical Controls Engineer ready to take on a strategic role within our company. This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking professional to make an immediate impact on diverse and challenging projects. As a Principal Electrical Engineer, you will play a key role in leading the electrical design and providing expert engineering input on a project basis. You will be a vital contributor and engineer leader in all phases of our projects, including planning, design, programming, purchasing, integration, testing, training, and commissioning of electrical control systems.

Responsibilities

• Drive the concept and engineering design development of electrical control systems.
• Oversee and participate in schematic design, electrical panel design, PLC and HMI programming, implementation of Ethernet and other industrial LAN networks, field installation, and project commissioning.
• Actively participate in scheduled design reviews with contractors, architects, engineering consultants, and other project team members and provide project status updates as required for Project Review and other company meetings.
• Execute, supervise, and review prototype testing and debugging of control systems of new assemblies/structures.
• Visit manufacturing/vendor sites to inspect and test components before shipping to the job site.
• Interface with field personnel and purchasing to determine and obtain required components.
• Stay current on advanced technology in control software and hardware development, have basic electrician abilities, and knowledge of codes (N.E.C., etc.).
• Provide advanced technical expertise to support sales and marketing efforts.
• Take on responsibility for all phases of the design-build, including design, production, and installation.

Essential Skills

• PLC programming and controls engineering.
• Electrical design and engineering, specifically with Allen Bradley PLC/HMI programming.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical, UL standards, and NEC.
• Experience with VFDs, motor controllers, and servo systems.
• Project management and automation skills.
• Strong proficiency in Rockwell Studio 5000 controls hardware and software.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and create detailed design documentation.
• Comprehensive understanding of control system architecture design and functional safety.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• E.I.T. credential and planning to take the P.E. exam.
• 5+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree or 3+ years with an M.S. in a related engineering field.
• Experience managing risks with unprecedented custom design projects.
• General knowledge of mechanical systems.
• At least 2+ years’ experience collaborating with clients to innovate and creatively solve multifaceted problems.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120,000.00 - $150,000.00/yr.

The Allegis Marketplace is a one-stop online shopping experience where you can easily compare plans, rates and coverage options, and enroll in plans.

The Allegis Marketplace provides you with a wide variety of plan options that can be combined together or purchased by themselves so you can build a plan that is right for you and your budget, including:

• A choice of two BlueCross BlueShield Medical Plans
• Hospital Cost Protection Plans
• Critical Illness Protection
• Accident Protection
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) for you and your family
• Short and Long Term Disability Coverage
• Health Advocacy Services and Health Cost Estimator+ if you elect either of the two Medical Plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost to you

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 31, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Business Consulting and Services