Senior Controls Engineer - Electrical, PLCs & Panel Design

ASTEC; Parsons (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Flame, a subsidiary of Astec Industries, seeks a seasoned electrical/mechanical engineer to lead design and development of burners and control systems at our Parsons, KS site. Responsibilities include reading diagrams, creating schematics and BOMs, PID schematics, and programming controllers.

Travel and relocation support available. The role requires a 6+ year engineering background, NFPA/NEC knowledge, and proficiency with AutoCAD/AutoCADE; teamwork and continuous improvement are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent required.
• 6+ years of engineering experience required.
• Extensive knowledge of electronic circuit theories (digital and analog).
• Knowledge of NFPA 70/NEC and Class 1 Division 2 environments.
• Ability to design 3-phase 600V power systems and 240V AC systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot 3-phase power systems and design control panels.
• Experience in BOM creation and CAD-based design reviews.
• Willingness to participate in training to stay current with technology.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret electrical diagrams.
• Design electrical schematics and panel layouts using AutoCAD and AutoCADE.
• Create electrical BOMs using AutoCADE and Excel.
• Create PID schematics.
• Program electronic controllers and radar devices; PLC programming is a plus.
• Provide electrical technical support to technicians and other departments.
• Occasionally train end users, sales staff, and distributors.
• Troubleshoot customer issues referencing site electrical schematics and software.
• Prepare accurate project specifications and maintain up-to-date engineering documents.
• Develop standard work templates and revision control processes.
• Assist in design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical products.
• Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing alignment.
• Collaborate in cross-functional teams from concept to production.
• Promote safety and adhere to company policies; maintain 6S in workspace.

Skills

Electrical design

Circuit analysis

PLC programming

3D CAD modeling

Schematic design

BOM creation

Electrical testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

6+ years engineering experience

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCADE (Electrical)

Excel

Job description

Power Flame, a subsidiary of Astec Industries, seeks a seasoned electrical/mechanical engineer to lead design and development of burners and control systems at our Parsons, KS site. Responsibilities include reading diagrams, creating schematics and BOMs, PID schematics, and programming controllers.

Travel and relocation support available. The role requires a 6+ year engineering background, NFPA/NEC knowledge, and proficiency with AutoCAD/AutoCADE; teamwork and continuous improvement are