Electrical Controls Engineer

CapstoneONE Search; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An industry-leading organization in aerospace and defense is seeking a talented Electrical Controls Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in enhancing plant operations by designing and implementing new equipment and upgrades while ensuring existing systems operate efficiently. The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background, hands-on experience with electrical systems, and a knack for problem-solving. You'll lead continuous improvement initiatives and collaborate with diverse teams to drive operational excellence. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a rapidly expanding manufacturing environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with industrial power supplies and controls.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, and test new equipment and upgrades.
• Provide technical support for plant operations.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Project management

Continuous improvement

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PLC programming

Allen Bradley

HMI

Ladder logic

Job description

An industry leading, multi-billion dollar aerospace and defense manufacturing organization is currently looking to add an Electrical Controls Engineer to their growing team. This is a plant based manufacturing position and would be based at their rapidly expanding manufacturing location.

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Responsibilities:

• Engineers, designs, installs, commissions, and tests new equipment and equipment upgrades, including capital projects; supervises and directs outside resources when applicable.
• Leads and/or participates in continuous improvement to processes, equipment, and maintenance.
• Assists in problem solving for unplanned downtime.
• Provides technical support for plant operations including maintaining existing product lines and ensuring equipment controls are functioning properly, maintenance support, capital project implementation from concept to validation, and Six Sigma project rollout support.
• Initiates and leads plant teams in the development of process improvements.
• Provide expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems.
• Monitors process, including new equipment and tools, to ensure performance to specifications. Implements capital and non-capital projects.
• Identifies causes and develops strategies for eliminating re-occurring downtime.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Degree is preferred).
• Hands-on experience with industrial power supplies, drives, motors, and controls; ability to troubleshoot electrical component controls in an industrial facility.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of PLC programming, Allen Bradley, HMI, and ladder logic required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities and work with personnel at all organizational levels.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Manufacturing

Industries

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Manufacturing