Hardware Controls Lead – Design & Automation (Hybrid)

Egan Co.; Champlin (MN); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Hybrid work model

Paid holidays

Job summary

Egan Company is seeking an experienced Hardware Engineering Supervisor to lead our Industrial Controls team in Champlin, MN. You will manage a multidisciplinary group of Hardware Engineers and CAD personnel, driving design, standardization, and safety compliance for complex electrical control panels.

In this role you’ll partner with Project Managers, the Panel Shop, and Controls Engineering to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with customer needs and budgets.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of experience in hardware controls engineering.
• UL MTR certified or the ability to become certified.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of hardware controls engineers and CAD personnel, assign tasks, monitor progress, hire and onboard, conduct performance reviews, and provide development opportunities and coaching.
• Oversee all aspects of the hardware controls engineering function, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Promote a positive safety culture and ensure adherence to safety protocols and procedures in the design, installation, and maintenance of hardware control systems.
• Identify and manage risks associated with hardware controls engineering projects.
• Facilitate the development and documentation of standard engineering processes.
• Lead planning meetings to assign team members to projects.
• Participate in the design, selection, and specification of hardware components for control systems.
• Review and approve control system designs and schematics for functionality, safety, UL 508A/UL requirements, and compliance with industry standards.
• Assist the UL inspector with any questions or direction.
• Collaborate with other engineering functions to ensure successful integration of hardware controls systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware control system problems.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the hardware controls engineering team.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in hardware controls technology, innovative AI solutions, and industry standards/certifications.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental goals and objectives.

Skills

AutoCAD Electrical

Automation

EPLAN

SolidWorks

Rockwell hardware

Electrical controls

Project management

Engineering sales

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Engineering experience equivalent

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Job description

Egan Company is seeking an experienced Hardware Engineering Supervisor to lead our Industrial Controls team in Champlin, MN. You will manage a multidisciplinary group of Hardware Engineers and CAD personnel, driving design, standardization, and safety compliance for complex electrical control panels.

In this role you’ll partner with Project Managers, the Panel Shop, and Controls Engineering to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with customer needs and budgets.