Electrical Controls Engineer II

FCX Performance; Sherwood (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Olympus Controls, a dynamic Automation Company, seeks an Electrical Controls Engineer II to design, develop, test and support electro‑mechanical automation systems. You will work with engineers to create robotics, vision, motion, and AMR solutions, and contribute to system architecture and control software under UL 508A standards.

The role requires hands‑on problem solving, strong communication, and ability to handle multiple assignments in a fast‑paced environment. Travel may be infrequent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering; master's preferred.
• 2–5 years of automation controls experience required.
• Experience with mechatronics, robotics and vision systems is a plus.
• Demonstrated control system software coding experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and support electro‑mechanical automation solutions.
• Draft electrical schematics to UL508A standards using SolidWorks Electrical.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical and Application Engineers.
• Troubleshoot electrical, software and communications aspects of controls.
• Write and test application code; share progress and blockers.
• Support project execution and hands‑on problem solving.

Skills

Automation experience

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks Electrical

Vision systems

PLC programming

Robotics

Job description

Olympus Controls (www.olympus-controls.com) is a fast‑paced Automation Company that has an opportunity for an Electrical Controls Engineer II to join our growing company. We offer a dynamic environment with competitive salary and health benefits for the right type of highly motivated individual.

The Electrical Controls Engineer’s II role is that of key contributor to the Engineering Solutions team’s success. Specifically, you will – in conjunction with the Electrical, Mechanical and Application Engineering teammates – participate in design, develop, test, deploy and support electro‑mechanical solutions for machine and process automation applications ranging from single‑axis stepper motor actuators to complex multi‑axis vision‑guided robotics, automated assembly machines, and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) systems, i.e., Mobile Robotics. You will contribute to and/or have limited ownership of the design of systems architecture, communications protocols, safety systems, electrical schematics generation and application specific software programming. As a level II controls engineer, you will use your growing knowledge and expertise in robots, servo and stepper control systems, feedback devices, PLC’s, HMI’s, communication protocols, vision system, control system electrical design to UL 508A standards.

This position calls for a well‑organized, self‑motivated person, who enjoys a variety of concurrent assignments while working with technology and people. It requires enthusiasm, creativity, flexibility, resiliency, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a professional and courteous personality. The successful candidate will have a hands‑on approach to problem solving, be willing to learn and become proficient at programming and troubleshooting automation hardware (e.g., motion controllers, vision systems, robots, sensors).

Duties/Responsibilities

• Working with fast‑paced, world‑class, technically savvy clients
• Participate in delivering cutting‑edge automation solutions including vision, motion, and robotics
• Have ownership of an automation subsystem controls design under the guidance of the senior control’s engineers
• Assist in developing new automation technology
• Collaborating in a supportive, open, high‑growth, team environment
• Drive for, and achieving, excellent project execution
• Honoring our commitments, being accountable to your teammates and supporting our values
• Participate in concepting automation solutions within a team of Mechanical, Electrical, and Application. Engineers
• Drafting conceptual function diagrams of inter‑related system elements (processors, components, inputs, etc.)
• Draw electrical schematics of control systems to UL508a standards using SolidWorks electrical
• Troubleshoot controls system (electrical, communications, software)
• Writing and testing application code using best practices
• Communicate your process, roadblocks, and status regularly
• Working hands‑on with a wide variety of technology and applications

Infrequent travel may be necessary from time to time,

Qualifications/Experience

• The preferred candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent (master’s degree preferred).
• 2-5 years of relevant automation controls system design, coding, or troubleshooting experience required. (Vision system programming a plus)
• Practiced knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) or engineering level statistics classes
• Computer literacy and Microsoft Office experience is a must
• Proven experience with and understanding of mechatronics (e.g., robotics, vision systems)
• Experience with and understanding of automation controls
• Delivered examples of control system software code

Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value‑added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi‑channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.