Industrial Electrical Engineer: PLC & Controls Design

Actalent; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 46,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent Engineering is seeking an Electrical Engineer for an industrial product manufacturer in Reading, PA. You will develop electrical systems, create schematics, and support projects from design through commissioning, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Strong PLC, VFD, and ladder logic experience is required, with onsite readiness. The role emphasizes collaboration with project managers, fabrication teams, and customers, plus field visits, documentation, and ongoing support for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems and controls.
• Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen Bradley or Siemens).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and drawings.
• Familiarity with drafting software such as AutoCAD Electrical.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with VFD setup and motor control applications.
• Field service or commissioning experience.
• Willingness to climb on ladders around equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop preliminary designs to support sales efforts. Design and develop electrical systems for the product.
• Create electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams.
• Specify and troubleshoot: VFDs, motors and motor controls, and PLC and HMI systems.
• Perform site evaluation and inspection visits as needed.
• Participate in the engineering design process, submittals, and overseeing sub-contractor designs and submittals.
• Support modernization and retrofit projects.
• Assist with equipment startup, commissioning, and field troubleshooting.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NEC, CMAA, ANSI, and NFPA standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, technicians, fabrication teams, and customers.
• Provide technical support for service and installation teams.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and project records.

Skills

Electrical system design

PLC programming

Schematic interpretation

VFD and motor control

Field service/commissioning

Troubleshooting

Communication and teamwork

Climb safely

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Actalent Engineering is seeking an Electrical Engineer for an industrial product manufacturer in Reading, PA. You will develop electrical systems, create schematics, and support projects from design through commissioning, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Strong PLC, VFD, and ladder logic experience is required, with onsite readiness. The role emphasizes collaboration with project managers, fabrication teams, and customers, plus field visits, documentation, and ongoing support for