Electrical Controls Engineer - Automation & Upgrades

AISIN World Corp. of America; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

AISIN World Corp. of America in Durham, NC seeks an Electrical Controls Engineer to design, overhaul, and integrate electrical controls for new and existing equipment.

You will lead documentation, wiring, and BOM efforts while coordinating with a cross-functional team to meet project goals. The role requires at least 3 years of relevant experience, reading electrical prints, and knowledge of NFPA 79/70/UL508A.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience.
• Experience with 480 VAC, 3-phase distribution.
• Ability to read electrical prints and wire panels.
• NFPA 79/70/UL508A knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical control issues.
• Upgrade electrical and control systems.
• Collaborate with technicians to assemble machines.
• Test machine components for proper function.
• Lead installation, setup, and testing in production.
• Prepare wiring drawings, BOMs, and manuals.
• Maintain build schedules and project documentation.
• Interface with vendors for equipment improvement.
• Ensure safe work practices per company policies.
• Support automation and robot systems.

Skills

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Actuators

PLC programming

Electrical prints

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Wiring diagrams

Job description

AISIN World Corp. of America in Durham, NC seeks an Electrical Controls Engineer to design, overhaul, and integrate electrical controls for new and existing equipment.

You will lead documentation, wiring, and BOM efforts while coordinating with a cross-functional team to meet project goals. The role requires at least 3 years of relevant experience, reading electrical prints, and knowledge of NFPA 79/70/UL508A.