Industrial Controls & Automation Engineer
American Crane & Equipment Corporation
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Job summary
American Crane & Equipment Corporation in Douglassville, PA is seeking an Electrical Engineer I/II/III to engage in hands-on industrial electrical engineering, focusing on design and troubleshooting of electrical systems used in crane manufacturing. The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.
If you're passionate about solving practical engineering problems and thrive in collaborative environments, consider joining our dedicated team at ACECO.
Qualifications
- Entry-level through 10+ years of industrial electrical engineering experience considered.
- Experience with industrial controls, power systems, or heavy industrial equipment preferred but not required for entry-level candidates.
- Understanding of relevant codes such as NFPA, NEC, UL 508A, and ASME.
Responsibilities
- Design and support industrial electrical and control systems for cranes and hoists.
- Troubleshoot electrical and control system issues during design and manufacturing.
- Support compliance with applicable codes and standards.
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Job description
Department: Engineering (Electrical)
Location: 531 Old Swede Road – Douglassville, PA 19518
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00AM – 4:30PM | Full‑time hours on‑site
Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience, technical capability, education, and market data — compensation level will align with demonstrated engineering knowledge, applicable experience, and ability to contribute independently
Hands‑on industrial electrical engineering focused on electrical design, industrial controls, troubleshooting, and practical engineering problem solving tied directly to manufacturing and field performance.
- Take ownership of your work and engineering decisions
- Enjoy solving practical electrical engineering problems
- Want exposure to real‑world manufacturing and industrial systems
- Collaborate effectively across engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams
- Stay curious, open to feedback, and willing to learn
- Prefer highly segmented engineering work with limited ownership
- Want to avoid accountability for engineering outcomes
- Prefer purely academic or theoretical engineering environments
- Struggle working in collaborative, fast‑moving project environments
- Learn ACECO engineering standards, workflows, and systems
- Support electrical schematics, documentation, and engineering reviews
- Build familiarity with industrial electrical systems and controls
- Develop working relationships across Engineering and Manufacturing
- Contribute independently to electrical design and troubleshooting activities
- Support cross‑functional engineering and manufacturing problem solving
- Begin owning electrical scope on assigned projects
- Mentor less experienced engineers where applicable
- Your designs directly support equipment used in critical industries where reliability and safety matter
- We invest in engineers at all experience levels through hands‑on learning, mentorship, and increasing technical responsibility
- Work directly with Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Manufacturing, Field Service, and Project Management teams
- Engineering judgment matters here. Engineers are trusted to solve problems, contribute ideas, and make meaningful decisions
- ACECO combines the stability of an established manufacturer with the momentum of continued growth and technical innovation
- Design and support industrial electrical and control systems for cranes and hoists
- Create and review electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and bills of material
- Apply electrical engineering principles to power distribution, motor control, and industrial automation systems
- Support PLCs, VFDs, and industrial control applications where applicable
- Troubleshoot electrical and control system issues during design, manufacturing, testing, and field support
- Support manufacturing and field service teams with technical guidance and engineering solutions
- Participate in design reviews and engineering problem solving
- Support compliance with applicable codes and standards such as NFPA, NEC, UL 508A, and ASME
- Create and review engineering documentation and technical reports
- Support quality, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Continue developing technical knowledge and engineering capability
- Contribute ideas for process, design, or workflow improvements
- Support engineering best practices and standards development
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program required
- Master’s degree is a plus but not required
- Entry‑level through 10+ years of industrial electrical engineering experience considered
- Experience with industrial controls, power systems, or heavy industrial equipment preferred but not required for entry‑level candidates
- Understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals, industrial controls, and power systems
- Familiarity with electrical schematics and industrial electrical design principles
- Exposure to NFPA, NEC, UL 508A, ASME, or related codes preferred
- Experience with Microsoft Office and engineering documentation tools
- PLC, VFD, automation, or troubleshooting experience is a plus
- Strong ownership mindset and accountability
- Willingness to learn and develop technically
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Practical problem‑solving ability
- Alignment with ACECO values: Work Hard, Have Fun, and Do the Right Thing
- EIT/EI preferred for early‑career engineers
- PE license valued for senior‑level candidates
- Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
- Ability to verify identity and employment authorization (Form I‑9)
- Eligibility to access information or technology governed by U.S. export control laws (including 10 C.F.R. Part 810, EAR, and/or ITAR), where applicable
- Willingness to undergo a background check in accordance with applicable laws
- Willingness to undergo a pre‑employment drug screen in accordance with company policy and randomized drug screens during employment
- Ability to meet the posted work schedule and work required hours
- Ability to maintain reliable attendance and punctuality
- Willingness to follow all company safety policies and procedures
- Willingness to wear appropriate PPE when in shop or manufacturing areas
- Willingness to complete required safety and compliance training
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
- Ability to maintain professional conduct aligned with company values and expectations
- Ability to work full‑time, on‑site Monday–Friday, 8:00AM–4:30PM
- Certain projects may require the ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities in compliance with NRC regulations (10 C.F.R. Parts 26 & 73)
- Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments while following all safety requirements
- Primarily office‑based engineering role
- Regular collaboration with manufacturing and field service teams
- Occasional exposure to shop environments, electrical equipment, and industrial conditions
- Required use of PPE when in manufacturing or testing areas
- Competitive compensation based on experience and technical capability
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance available day one
- Generous paid time off with rollover each year
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- 10 paid company holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and technical development opportunities
- Exposure to highly customized industrial systems and controls
- Long‑term career growth and advancement opportunities
- Direct visibility and impact across the organization
American Crane & Equipment Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The company maintains and observes employment policies that do not discriminate against any person because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability, age, ancestry and any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. This applies to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, overtime, job classifications, work assignments, promotions, demotions, layoffs, terminations, transfers, and all other conditions of employment.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
NOTE: American Crane & Equipment Corporation is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at American Crane & Equipment Corporation without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of American Crane & Equipment Corporation, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by American Crane & Equipment Corporation as a result of the referral or through other means.
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