Electrical Controls Technician

Harris American; Baxley (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Harris American is seeking an Electrical Controls Technician to design, implement, and maintain electrical control systems for industrial automation. You will design panels, select PLCs/HMIs, program logic, and ensure robust communication networks.

The role also supports field service and in-factory engineering, with responsibilities in testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and compliance with NFPA/NEC/IEC standards. On-site location in Baxley, GA.

Qualifications

• Strong background in electrical engineering and PLC programming.
• Experience designing control panels and wiring diagrams.
• Knowledge of Ethernet/IP and Modbus protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical control systems for industrial machinery.
• Select and specify PLCs, HMIs, sensors, actuators, and other devices.
• Program PLCs, HMIs using ladder logic, structured text, or function blocks.
• Configure Ethernet/IP or Modbus networks.
• Test and validate control systems for reliability and safety.
• Prepare wiring diagrams, control panel layouts, and manuals.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI design

Industrial automation

Electrical engineering

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC programming software

HMI software

Ethernet/IP

Modbus

Job description

The Electrical Controls Technician is a dual-function position that involves assisting customers and field service technicians with machine troubleshooting, modem/VPN troubleshooting, and information support. This position also supports in-factory engineering and quality. The EC Technician will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining electrical control systems used in industrial automation, manufacturing, or related fields. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, PLC programming, HMI design, and industrial automation.

Essential Functions:

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• · Design and develop electrical control systems for industrial machinery, equipment, and automated processes
• · Select and specify electrical components, such as PLCs, HMIs, sensors, actuators, and other control devices
• · Design electrical control systems, including PLC hardware selection, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
• · Develop control strategies and algorithms to optimize industrial processes and equipment performance.
• · Specify and procure electrical components, sensors, actuators, and instrumentation required for control system implementation.
• · Program PLCs, HMIs, and other control devices using industry-standard programming languages (e.g., ladder logic, function block diagram, structured text).
• · Configure communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus) for seamless integration between control systems and peripheral devices.
• · Develop and implement motion control algorithms for servo drives and motor controllers.
• · Conduct testing and validation of control systems to ensure functionality, reliability, and compliance with specifications.
• · Troubleshoot electrical and control system issues, diagnose faults, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• · Collaborate with maintenance teams to perform preventive maintenance and optimize control system performance.
• · Prepare technical documentation, including control system specifications, wiring diagrams, user manuals, and operation procedures.
• · Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and safety requirements (e.g., NFPA, NEC, IEC).
• · Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define project scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• · Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and technicians involved in control system implementation.
• · Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure on-time and within-budget completion.

Essential Functions:

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• · Design and develop electrical control systems for industrial machinery, equipment, and automated processes
• · Select and specify electrical components, such as PLCs, HMIs, sensors, actuators, and other control devices
• · Design electrical control systems, including PLC hardware selection, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
• · Develop control strategies and algorithms to optimize industrial processes and equipment performance.
• · Specify and procure electrical components, sensors, actuators, and instrumentation required for control system implementation.
• · Program PLCs, HMIs, and other control devices using industry-standard programming languages (e.g., ladder logic, function block diagram, structured text).
• · Configure communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus) for seamless integration between control systems and peripheral devices.
• · Develop and implement motion control algorithms for servo drives and motor controllers.
• · Conduct testing and validation of control systems to ensure functionality, reliability, and compliance with specifications.
• · Troubleshoot electrical and control system issues, diagnose faults, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• · Collaborate with maintenance teams to perform preventive maintenance and optimize control system performance.
• · Prepare technical documentation, including control system specifications, wiring diagrams, user manuals, and operation procedures.
• · Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and safety requirements (e.g., NFPA, NEC, IEC).
• · Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define project scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• · Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and technicians involved in control system implementation.
• · Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure on-time and within-budget completion.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance