Electrical Controls Engineer III

ZipRecruiter; Bellefonte (Centre County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer III to oversee complex control systems projects and ensure safety, efficiency, and reliability. The role involves working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, guiding projects from conception to implementation while leveraging strong technical expertise and hands-on experience in industrial electrical controls.

Benefits

Generous PTO

Unlimited sick time

Onsite fitness center

Childcare reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Robust retirement contributions

Qualifications

• 10 years relevant experience or equivalent education.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Expertise in NFPA 79 standards and ladder logic.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement electrical control systems.
• Lead projects and manage schedules and budgets.
• Support and optimize control systems for better productivity.

Skills

Designing electrical schematics

PLC programming

Troubleshooting control systems

Creating technical documentation

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Controls Technician

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Visual C#

ASP.NET MVC

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Join a team where innovation powers everything we do.
Restek is looking for a skilled and experienced Electrical Controls Engineer III to help design, build, and support cutting-edge systems and equipment across our manufacturing operations. In this senior-level role, you’ll take ownership of complex control systems projects from concept through implementation, working closely with cross-functional teams to drive performance, safety, and reliability across the company.

What You’ll Do

In this hands-on role, you’ll work on complex electrical controls systems—from initial concept to final implementation—collaborating with other engineers to ensure efficiency, safety, and performance. You’ll also guide team members, lead projects, and provide support for electrical controls systems across the company.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Designing and implementing electrical control systems and components.
• Creating project plans and functional specs to support Restek teams.
• Developing hardware and software for control systems; integrating and troubleshooting them.
• Working with internal customers to scope and initiate projects.
• Leading and managing project schedules, budgets, and communication.
• Creating clear technical documentation for system operation and design.
• Supporting and optimizing control systems to improve processes and productivity.
• Maintaining compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Contributing to department-wide initiatives and process improvements.

What You’ll Bring

We’re seeking candidates with a strong mix of technical expertise and hands-on experience in industrial electrical controls systems.

Education & Experience:

Typical requirements for this role include an associate degree from an accredited Electrical Controls Technician program with 10 years of relevant experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is .
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Skilled in designing and reading electrical schematics (especially ladder logic) per NFPA 79 standards.
• Experience creating, modifying, and troubleshooting PLC programs (CoDeSys and Allen Bradley platforms ).
• Experience with AutoCAD for electrical drawings.
• Working knowledge of digital/analog I/O and PLC or PC-based control systems.
• Bonus points for experience with:
  • Visual C#
  • ASP.NET MVC
  • .NET MAUI applications and OPC UA
  • EtherCAT
  • TwinCAT
  • Universal Robotics programming

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Able to collaborate across teams and explain technical details clearly.

This position requires the successful completion of a standard background check in accordance with Restek policy. Employment with Restek requires the completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

What Makes Restek Unique

We prioritize work-life balance and well-being with offerings like generous PTO, unlimited sick time, onsite fitness center and wellness program with incentives, childcare reimbursement, and adoption assistance—giving you the tools to Own Your Well-Being. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and robust 8% retirement contributions, you can Own Your Financial Future while sharing in the success you help create. Our commitment to development ensures you can Own Your Growth through learning opportunities, career advancement programs, and a collaborative culture that values innovation and teamwork.

At Restek, our core values—We Care, Better Every Day, Respect for All, and Win Together—are at the heart of everything we do. We care deeply about our employee-owners, our customers, and the communities we serve around the world. We strive to be better every day by fostering personal and professional growth while delivering solutions that drive positive global change. We value respect for all, creating a workplace where every voice matters and diverse perspectives drive innovation. And we believe we win together, celebrating shared success as a 100% employee-owned company.

We are an equal opportunity employer, considering applicants without regard to , , , , , or expression, , , , military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Restek provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable laws.

If you’re ready to join a team that lives its values and empowers you to Own Your Future, we’d love to hear your story. Apply today.