Equipment Engineer

Novacel; Troy (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Novacel is seeking a highly motivated Equipment Engineer to join their operations team in Troy, Ohio. This role involves troubleshooting and optimizing production equipment to enhance reliability, efficiency, and performance. Candidates should possess strong experience in automation solutions and a commitment to continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field, along with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing setting. Responsibilities include leading projects for automation, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related technical discipline required.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in electrical, controls, and automation in manufacturing.
• Strong programming skills including Python, Java, and PLC programming.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automation solutions for manufacturing processes.
• Lead troubleshooting activities to minimize equipment downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement projects focusing on equipment reliability.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Controls engineering

Automation experience

PLC programming

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

CMMS platforms

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated, hands‑on Equipment Engineer to join our operations team in Troy, Ohio. In this role, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, optimizing, and enhancing production equipment to maximize reliability, efficiency, and performance. You will play a critical role in driving automation initiatives, reducing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement efforts across our manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement automation solutions for business, manufacturing and software processes.
• Lead electrical and controls troubleshooting activities to minimize equipment downtime and improve operational reliability.
• Program, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and automation systems, with a preference for Allen-Bradley and Siemens platforms.
• Perform electrical wiring, control panel assembly, equipment calibration, and system integration for manufacturing equipment.
• Conduct root-cause failure analysis and implement sustainable corrective actions to prevent recurring issues.
• Collaborate closely with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable equipment performance.
• Develop, update, and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical documentation as well as automation scripts, programs and workflows.
• Drive continuous improvement projects focused on equipment reliability, automation, electrical efficiency, and process optimization.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC, and all applicable electrical safety standards and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, controls engineering, mechatronics, or a related technical discipline required.
• Minimum of 8 years of industrial electrical, controls, and automation experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, motor controls, sensors, safety circuits, and industrial automation systems.
• Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, Java, C#, JavaScript, PLC Programming).
• Ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and ladder logic programs.
• Experience with industrial networking, communication protocols, instrumentation, and controls calibration.
• Familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, and electromechanical systems integration.
• Working knowledge of CMMS platforms and preventive/predictive maintenance programs.
• Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting complex equipment issues and performing root-cause analysis in high-speed manufacturing environments.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach to solving technical challenges.
• Passion for improving equipment reliability and manufacturing performance.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities.
• The ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments while driving measurable operational improvements.