Electrical Controls Engineer - Centralia

Rogers Machinery Company, Inc.; Centralia (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Rogers Machinery Company, Inc. in Centralia, WA is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer Level I to design industrial machinery controls for high-efficiency air compressors.

This entry-level role supports multiple teams by delivering standard solutions that meet customer needs, with guidance from senior engineers. You will learn electrical schematic design, panel layouts, and BOMs, work on VFDs and PLCs, and assist with design releases and field troubleshooting, while traveling up to 10% if

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field and 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• Foundational knowledge of electrical engineering product development and production support; familiarity with UL 508A, NEMA, and CSA standards is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of electrical panel fabrication and industrial wiring installation procedures, tools, and techniques, including industrial three-phase systems.

Responsibilities

• Define product scope from sales orders, rough sketches, or verbal instructions with guidance.
• Create electrical designs for integrated power and control systems, such as VFDs and PLCs, with guidance.
• Collaborate with and learn from engineers within the department.
• Develop electrical schematics and panel designs, including detailed BOMs and engineering validation documentation, with guidance.
• Support the multi-stage design release process, including submittals and production release.
• Assist with product design activities for customer programs and industrial sales.
• Support customer-facing project coordination as defined by sales order timelines.
• Manage assigned projects with guidance, including support for sustaining projects and R&D development.
• Follow engineering best practices and represent the department professionally.

Skills

Electrical schematic design

Assembly drawings

HMI controls

Industrial wiring

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

Creo

Windchill

MicroStation

Job description

Electrical Controls Engineer - Centralia

Job Category : Engineering

Requisition Number : ELECT001126

• Posted : September 21, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Centralia, WA 98531, USA

Description

Company Overview:

Rogers Machinery, founded in 1949, specializes in industrial compressed air systems, blowers, vacuum pumps, and positive displacement pumps. We have 8 branches in the Northwest with full sales, service, and parts capability as well locations in San Jose, CA, Atlanta, GA, Houston, TX, and Southern California.Our production facilities are in Portland, OR and Centralia, WA. Visit our web site for more information at www.rogers-machinery.com .

Rogers Core Values: Commitment to our Customers; Honesty; Safety; Commitment to our Employees and the Communities we serve.

Benefits: Full medical, dental, vision & life coverage; profit sharing & 401k; career training & growth support; counseling, life coaching, financial planning, personal & professional support; tuition reimbursement; paid vacation and sick leave; referral program; flexible spending account; legal aid; voluntary additional benefits (accident, hospital, etc.)

The Electrical Controls Engineer Level I will support the design of industrial machinery controls used in the manufacture of high-efficiency, electric motor-driven industrial air compressors. This entry-level role supports various teams by delivering standard air compressor solutions that meet customer needs. The employee will develop knowledge of industrial air compressor solutions, with weekly work activities directed by the manager or senior team members.

• Define product scope from sales orders, rough sketches, or verbal instructions with guidance.
• Create electrical designs for integrated power and control systems, such as VFDs and PLCs, with guidance.
• Collaborate with and learn from engineers within the department.
• Develop electrical schematics and panel designs, including detailed BOMs and engineering validation documentation, with guidance.
• Support the multi-stage design release process, including submittals and production release.
• Assist with product design activities for customer programs and industrial sales.
• Support customer-facing project coordination as defined by sales order timelines.
• Manage assigned projects with guidance, including support for sustaining projects and R&D development.
• Follow engineering best practices and represent the department professionally.

Additional Job Duties:

• Support daily production and commissioning activities.
• Assist with technical requests for customer programs, projects, and field support.
• Assist in selecting components for product modifications, add-ons, retrofit kits, and sequencers.
• Provide support for sales orders, cost estimates, design consultation, and installations.
• Assist in identifying alternate parts for shortages or cost-savings initiatives.
• Participate in training and share technical information with team members and supporting departments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering field and 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Foundational knowledge of electrical engineering product development and production support; familiarity with industrial three-phase systems, UL 508A, NEMA, and CSA standards is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of electrical panel fabrication and industrial wiring installation procedures, tools, and techniques, including industrial three-phase systems.
• Exposure to mechanical and electrical system integration.
• Must have a valid driver's license and the ability to travel up to 10% to job sites.

Preferred Skills:

• Basic knowledge of electrical schematic design, assembly creation, and detailed drawing development; Creo, Windchill, or MicroStation experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with electrical controls and components, 4-20 mA signals, 480 VAC power wiring, 120 VAC control, 24 VDC control, and HMI controls.
• Ability to assist with hands-on field troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment and managing multiple assigned projects.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with a focus on customer care.

Physical Demands:

• Exert force of up to 50 lbs. occasionally and 25-50 lbs. frequently, 10-20 lbs. constantly.
• Sitting at computer/desk for long periods of time.
• Standing, walking, moving on a production floor.

Job Type:

• Full-time
• Health Insurance (medical and behavioral health)
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account(s)
• Life Insurance
• Profit Share
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) and Roth Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mental Health Therapy and Coaching
• Legal Aid/ID Shield
• Pet Insurance
• Ancillary Benefits such as: Critical Illness, Accident, Voluntary Life Plans, Short and Long Term Disability Plans etc.

Pay Range:

• $82,500 - $92,500 annually

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: On-site

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering or related field.

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