Electrical Controls Engineer

Mussett Nicholas Associates; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mussett Nicholas Associates in Raleigh, NC seeks an Electrical Controls Engineer to join our team. You will design, implement, and test electrical control systems for diverse projects, reading P&ID and schematics, and coordinating across disciplines.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in engineering, strong troubleshooting, and ability to travel up to 30%. We value attention to detail, client collaboration, and safe, compliant engineering practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication with clients.
• Ability to travel up to 30% with valid driver's license.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of engineering design from concept planning to completion for electrical projects.
• Develop electrical control designs that comply with standards, practices, and codes.
• Read and edit logic diagrams, wiring diagrams, P&ID's.
• Prepare drawings, technical specifications, and visual aids.
• Prepare and present technical presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop bill-of-materials.
• Perform factory acceptance tests and site acceptance tests of electrical equipment and installations.
• Execute preventative maintenance plans at customer facilities. Document results.
• Calibrate gas sensors, flame sensors, and other safety devices at customer facilities.
• Assist with installation of controls panels and control devices.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems in systems.
• Stay current on engineering developments, technology, materials, trends, and regulations.
• Provide mentoring to team members as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship building

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology

Tools

P&ID reading

Wiring diagrams

Job description

Company Overview

MNA provides customized engineering, architectural, and construction consulting services to our diverse client base, ranging from education, biopharma, industrial, and more. Our team is passionate about providing attention to the smaller details on every project and being attentive to the special needs and requests of our clients to deliver superior results.

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Controls Engineer to join our team!

Position Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting in all aspects of engineering design from concept planning to completion for designated projects, specific to the discipline of electrical engineering.


• Develop electrical control designs that are compliant with engineering standards, practices, and codes.


• Realize designs through translation of requirements and design specifications, coordinating across disciplines to ensure project scope is met.


• Read and edit logic diagrams, wiring diagrams. Single lines and P&ID's.


• Prepare drawings, technical specifications, and other visual aids.


• Prepare and present technical presentation to internal and external stakeholders.


• Develop bill-of materials.


• Perform factory acceptance tests and site acceptance tests of electrical equipment and electrical installations.


• Execute preventative maintenance plans at customer facilities. Document results.


• Calibrate gas sensors, flame sensors, and other safety devices at customer facilities.


• Assist with installation of controls panels and control devices.


• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems in systems.


• Comply with all aspects of the company safety program, including but not limited to: hazard communication, PPE requirements, and scheduled safety training.


• Keep supervisor advised of work status, workload, problems, and progress.


• Stay current on engineering developments, technology, materials, trends, and regulations.


• Provide mentoring to team members as needed.


• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology


• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.


• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients and effectively work and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.


• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.


• Understanding of electrical schematics and ability to troubleshoot failures.


• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communications skills; able to analyze and resolve problems in a timely manner


• Ability to travel up to 30%, with occasional overnight travel.


• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.


• Must have reliable transportation to conduct client site visits.