Electrical Controls Engineer: PLC/HMI, Local Travel

SMV Recruiting

City of Rome (NY)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 125,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Company vehicle

Full benefits package

Job summary

SMV Recruiting, LLC is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer for the greater Rome, NY area. You will design electrical schematics, develop PLC programs in Allen Bradley and Siemens, and configure HMI screens on production equipment.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years PLC experience, and hands-on 480V/3-phase electrical work. Travel to multiple plants is expected with mileage reimbursement and a company vehicle. Strong benefits package offered.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
10+ years of PLC programming experience.
HMI programming experience required.
Experience with 480V / 3-phase industrial electrical systems preferred.
Lean / Continuous Improvement experience a plus; SolidWorks a plus.
Travel to multiple plant locations may be required.

Responsibilities

Commission new and upgraded machines — debug, test, and adjust until fully operational
Design electrical schematics and component layouts in CAD; develop and commission PLC programs in ladder logic using Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms
Program and configure HMI screens and variable frequency drives across production equipment
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical issues on production machinery — hands-on, on the floor, in real time
Manage DC-to-AC drive conversion projects — size motors and drives based on power and amp requirements
Collaborate with mechanical engineers and operations teams; train floor staff on new and updated equipment
Travel to different company locations to support various teams and divisions