Electrical Controls Engineer – DC Drives Specialist

E Tech Group; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + match

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Training and growth

Job summary

E Tech Group in Portage, IN is seeking a highly skilled Controls Engineer to design, implement, test and startup automation solutions. Expect collaboration with project managers and fellow engineers, with a focus on controls, instrumentation, networking, and software development to deliver high- value solutions.

The role requires hands-on development of automation systems, hardware configuration, and thorough testing, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and on-time delivery within a metals

Qualifications

• BS Engineering degree or equivalent.
• 3+ years with AC/DC motors and drives, PLCs, and HMIs.
• Industrial Automation experience.
• Working knowledge of PLC, VSD, and SCADA systems.
• Strong software and data communication problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Lead field start-up testing of electrical and programmed control systems, drive setup, installation inspection, operational readiness testing, and site acceptance testing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• A DNA comprised of collaboration and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design and implementation of automation and control systems for metals industry applications.
• Collaborate with engineering and other support teams to ensure successful project completion.
• Responsible for aspects of project budget and schedule requirements.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of standards and best practices.
• Develop overall system and communication architecture for industrial control projects.
• Specify and configure various hardware components such as AC/DC drives, switchgear and industrial control panels.
• Perform functional testing of electrical and control systems.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers.
• Generate functional requirements documentation and test procedures.
• Support the sales team in the development of technical solutions.
• Be an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates.

Skills

AC/DC motors & drives

PLCs

HMIs

Industrial automation

SCADA

VSD

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

BS Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

GE PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Job description

E Tech Group in Portage, IN is seeking a highly skilled Controls Engineer to design, implement, test and startup automation solutions. Expect collaboration with project managers and fellow engineers, with a focus on controls, instrumentation, networking, and software development to deliver high- value solutions.

The role requires hands-on development of automation systems, hardware configuration, and thorough testing, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and on-time delivery within a metals