Lead Electrical & Controls Engineer - Automation

Sharpe Engineering; Alabama; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO + 10 paid holidays

Flexible work schedule

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Short-term & long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Sharpe Engineering seeks an experienced Electrical & Controls Engineer to lead design, programming, and integration of advanced automation for food & beverage projects. This senior role drives electrical design excellence, supports commissioning, and collaborates across cross-functional teams to deliver safe, reliable solutions.

You’ll work with project managers, mechanical engineers, contractors, and integrators to ensure systems meet client expectations and Sharpe’s commitment to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is required.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial electrical engineering, automation and controls integration.
• Strong expertise with Rockwell Automation platforms (PLC/HMI/SCADA).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, UL 508A, and related codes.
• Experience coordinating contractors and executing field commissioning.
• Strong communication, documentation and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license required; passport eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design including schematics, panel layouts, power distribution, and motor control systems.
• Develop and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming (Rockwell preferred).
• Create control narratives, I/O lists, and functional descriptions.
• Oversee contractors and integrators during installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver fully integrated solutions.
• Maintain electrical and controls standards; support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers; promote safety and quality.
• Travel to client sites for installation support, commissioning, and field work (20–30%).

Skills

Rockwell Automation platforms

Leadership & mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Sharpe Engineering seeks an experienced Electrical & Controls Engineer to lead design, programming, and integration of advanced automation for food & beverage projects. This senior role drives electrical design excellence, supports commissioning, and collaborates across cross-functional teams to deliver safe, reliable solutions.

You’ll work with project managers, mechanical engineers, contractors, and integrators to ensure systems meet client expectations and Sharpe’s commitment to