Lead Electrical Controls Engineer

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; Beech Grove (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. is actively seeking a Lead Electrical Controls Engineer to drive electrical controls and automation projects in the water and wastewater sector.

This hands-on technical leader will oversee design, programming, and commissioning from concept through startup, ensuring high-quality execution and on-site collaboration. The role requires expertise in PLC/HMI programming, AutoCAD Electrical, and NEC/UL508 compliance, with a focus on delivering reliable control systems

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on controls engineering experience in industrial settings.
• Strong PLC/HMI programming and electrical controls design background.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and implementation of electrical controls and automation systems.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems.
• Use AutoCAD Electrical to develop schematics and panel layouts.
• Provide technical leadership to engineers, designers, and technicians.
• Support panel design, integration, testing, and startup activities.
• Collaborate with project managers and customers to ensure project success.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical issues during installation and operation.
• Ensure NEC, UL508, and industry standard compliance.
• Assist with system optimization and continuous improvement.
• Support customer training and post-installation technical support.

Skills

Controls engineering

PLC programming

HMI programming

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Lead Electrical Controls Engineer

URGENT NEED!

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Controls Engineer to drive electrical controls and automation projects within the water and wastewater sector. This role is ideal for a hands‑on technical leader with deep expertise in industrial controls systems, AutoCAD Electrical, and PLC/HMI programming.

You will lead the design, programming, and commissioning of automation systems while providing technical direction, ensuring high-quality execution, and supporting successful project delivery from concept through startup.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of electrical controls and automation systems
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems across project lifecycles
• Utilize AutoCAD Electrical to develop and review schematics, panel layouts, and documentation
• Provide technical leadership to engineers, designers, and field technicians
• Support control panel design, integration, testing, and startup/commissioning activities
• Collaborate with project managers, customers, and internal teams to ensure project success
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and automation issues during installation and operation
• Ensure compliance with NEC, UL508, and industry standards
• Assist with system optimization, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support customer training and post-installation technical support as needed

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands‑on controls engineering experience in industrial or automation environments
• Strong background in PLC/HMI programming and electrical controls design
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical (required)
• Experience in water/wastewater or similar process industries preferred
• Ability to lead technical efforts while supporting multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and leadership skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field (preferred)

Technical Skills

• AutoCAD Electrical (advanced proficiency)
• HMI/SCADA systems and industrial communication protocols
• Knowledge of NEC and UL508 standards
• Microsoft Office Suite and related engineering tools