On-Site Electrical Controls Designer - HMI/PLC Expert

Knorr Bremse Group; Avon (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical expenses coverage

Educational assistance

Wellness program

Gym access

Cafeteria subsidy

Attendance bonuses

Pension/retirement benefits

Job summary

Bendix is seeking an Electrical Controls Design Engineer to join a new organization producing automated machinery. The role involves concept-to-completion electrical system design, 2D schematic work, HMI/PLC programming, and 50% travel to customer sites.

Strong AutoCAD Electrical skills and pneumatics experience are required. Qualifications include a BS in Electrical Engineering or related field, plus 3–5 years in control panel design for automation, with familiarity in Allen Bradley and Siemens

Qualifications

• 5+ years engineering experience in designing control panels for automation systems.
• Experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs (3–5 years).
• Robotics experience (Fanuc) preferred (3–5 years).
• Electrical controls panel design experience (3 years required).
• Knowledge of safety requirements for PLCs and control systems.
• Pneumatic design experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate electrical systems by designing automation systems and applying electrical knowledge.
• Create electrical design drawings from project requirements and collaborate with departments.
• Develop manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment.
• Ensure product quality through electrical testing methods and validating system capabilities.
• Produce wiring diagrams and harness fabrication statements; assist with documentation.
• Draw and modify schematics using AutoCAD Electrical; design control panels.
• Create component lists, purchasing requisitions, and configuration templates.
• Support with project communications and assist technicians with schematics.
• Travel to customer facilities as needed to support design activities.

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Bendix is seeking an Electrical Controls Design Engineer to join a new organization producing automated machinery. The role involves concept-to-completion electrical system design, 2D schematic work, HMI/PLC programming, and 50% travel to customer sites.

Strong AutoCAD Electrical skills and pneumatics experience are required. Qualifications include a BS in Electrical Engineering or related field, plus 3–5 years in control panel design for automation, with familiarity in Allen Bradley and Siemens