Electrical Controls Engineer

Ameri-partners; North Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ameri-Partners is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to support equipment design, integration, commissioning, and manufacturing operations in North Carolina. You will design electrical schematics and control panels, develop PLC/HMI applications, and integrate robotics and motion-control systems.

The role requires hands-on experience with industrial controls, PLC/HMI programming, and electrical panel design, with a focus on reliability and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics, or equivalent practical experience.
• Hands-on experience with industrial controls, PLC/HMI programming, electrical panel design, and equipment troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret schematics and use electrical CAD software and diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical schematics, control panels, and 480 VAC power distribution systems, including motor controls and circuit protection.
• Develop and troubleshoot Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLC and HMI applications, including sequences, alarms, and interlocks.
• Integrate robotics and motion-control systems using servo, stepper, and BLDC motors, drives, and encoders.
• Configure and troubleshoot EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and CANopen communications.
• Develop test fixtures, automated testing, and data‑acquisition systems; execute equipment validation and document results.
• Support commissioning, startup, root‑cause analysis, and manufacturing troubleshooting to improve equipment reliability.
• Apply applicable NFPA 79, UL 508A, and LOTO requirements; support CE conformity and TÜV assessments where required.

Skills

PLC/HMI programming

Industrial automation

Robotics integration

Electrical schematic interpretation

Electrical panel troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens STEP 7 / TIA Portal

Rockwell Studio 5000

Electrical CAD software

Job description

Ameri-Partners is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer with experience in industrial automation, PLC/HMI programming, electrical panel design, and robotics to support equipment design, integration, commissioning, and manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical schematics, control panels, and 480 VAC power distribution systems, including motor controls and circuit protection.
• Develop and troubleshoot Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLC and HMI applications, including sequences, alarms, and interlocks.
• Integrate robotics and motion-control systems using servo, stepper, and BLDC motors, drives, and encoders.
• Configure and troubleshoot EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and CANopen communications.
• Develop test fixtures, automated testing, and data‑acquisition systems; execute equipment validation and document results.
• Support commissioning, startup, root‑cause analysis, and manufacturing troubleshooting to improve equipment reliability.
• Apply applicable NFPA 79, UL 508A, and LOTO requirements; support CE conformity and TÜV assessments where required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Hands‑on experience with industrial controls, PLC/HMI programming, electrical panel design, and equipment troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret schematics and use electrical CAD software and diagnostic tools.
• Strong problem‑solving, technical documentation, and cross‑functional communication skills.