Electrical Controls Engineer: PLC/HMI Expert, 50% Travel

Sea America Inc; Perrysburg (OH); On-site; USD 49,593 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Sea America Inc. is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer in Perrysburg, Ohio to implement and troubleshoot electrical control systems, perform PLC/HMI commissioning, collect data, and optimize controls. Requires 3+ years in manufacturing controls and a relevant degree; travel up to 50% for domestic/international projects.

Salary range $36–$40 per hour depending on location and experience. Responsibilities include updating electrical drawings, supporting new equipment installations, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing equipment controls engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; or equivalent years of work experience.
• Experience in controls engineering techniques and practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical/electronic control systems.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and safety requirements.
• Experience using AutoDesk AutoCAD to create electrical schematics and panel layouts.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation Logix PLCs, including ladder and function block diagrams.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation HMI.
• Knowledge of PLC Siemens and Mitsubishi platforms.
• Knowledge of robotic systems including safety requirements and design/implementation practices.
• Experience with motion controls including stepper motors, servo motors, and AC/DC Drives.
• Understanding of computer hardware/applications and the Microsoft Office family.
• Some Microsoft SQL Server Database configuration experience.
• Experience in at least one multi-tiered architecture using C#, VB.NET, HTML, XML and SQL.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting US customer manufacturing tool controls.
• Assisting with coordination of new equipment installation and implementation.
• Maintaining and updating manufacturing process tool electrical drawings, ensuring changes are tracked and drawings kept current.
• Troubleshooting equipment controls issues and proposing policy/standard improvements to prevent future issues.
• Interfacing with multiple departments and customer stakeholders to ensure controls policies/standards are understood and followed.
• Maintaining effective communication and fostering team-building.
• Ensuring adherence to safety procedures and housekeeping standards.
• Maintaining OSHA 10 – General Industry certification and additional safety training as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Manufacturing processes

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

C#/VB.NET/HTML/XML/SQL

Robotic systems safety

Motion control

Draughting/Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Rockwell Automation Logix PLC

Rockwell HMI

Siemens PLC

Mitsubishi PLC

SQL Server

Job description

Sea America Inc. is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer in Perrysburg, Ohio to implement and troubleshoot electrical control systems, perform PLC/HMI commissioning, collect data, and optimize controls. Requires 3+ years in manufacturing controls and a relevant degree; travel up to 50% for domestic/international projects.

Salary range $36–$40 per hour depending on location and experience. Responsibilities include updating electrical drawings, supporting new equipment installations, and