Senior Electrical Control Engineer - Factory Design [REMOTE until 2026]

ZipRecruiter; Muskegon (MI); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Electrical Control Engineer to join their innovative team. This role is crucial in designing and optimizing electrical systems for lithium iron phosphate cathode production. The engineer will lead the integration of electrical systems with mechanical equipment, ensuring compliance with high production standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of the battery materials sector while working remotely until construction begins in Muskegon. Join a company committed to revolutionizing battery production and enjoy a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package including company equity

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance

401k matching and savings programs

Flexible time off with company holidays

Free daily lunch and snacks

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in electrical engineering roles, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong skills in PLC programming and electrical drafting software.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design and implementation for new production lines.
• Develop preventive maintenance plans and troubleshoot electrical faults.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical drafting software

Electrical fault diagnosis

Industrial automation protocols

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

Siemens S7

Rockwell

Mitsubishi

Job description

Job Description

Mitra Chem is a specialty chemicals innovator focused on solving 3 problems:

• Speed - developing a proprietary machine learning advantage to significantly reduce the time to bring battery materials products from lab to market
• Iron-Rich Cathodes - an initial product focus on lithium-ion battery materials for mass electrification
• Scale - building US manufacturing capacity for Inflation Reduction Act compliance

We recently were awarded >$125M in grants from the Department of Energy and State of Michigan to develop our first domestic manufacturing asset. With teams across multiple offices in Asia and the USA, Mitra Chem is constantly looking for motivated team members across a variety of functions. Join our team and be part of the growing battery revolution.

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Control Engineer to join our team. This role is responsible for the design, installation, commissioning, maintenance, and optimization of electrical systems in the production line of lithium iron phosphate cathode materials. The engineer will ensure the efficient and stable operation of electrical control systems for production equipment, collaborate with production and technical teams, and support the construction of new production lines, ensuring equipment meets high production standards and plays a key role in the company’s growth in the cathode materials sector.

Location: This position will be REMOTE until we begin construction sometime in 2026, at which point it will move to Muskegon, MI.

Responsibilities:

Factory Design and Buildout:

• Lead the interaction with engineering design firms on the electrical design. Oversee the planning and implementation of electrical systems for new production lines, including power distribution design, control panel installation, and wiring layout.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems with mechanical equipment in new lines.
• Design electrical control systems based on production process requirements, including PLC programming, electrical wiring, and instrumentation selection.
• Participate in the technical evaluation and procurement of electrical equipment (e.g., motors, variable frequency drives, sensors).
• Manage the installation, wiring, and commissioning of electrical components in production equipment, ensuring compliance with design specifications.
• Test and validate the functionality and stability of electrical control systems (e.g., PLC, DCS, MES).

Electrical Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

• Develop preventive maintenance plans for electrical equipment, conducting regular inspections of wiring, control modules, and instrumentation.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults (e.g., short circuits, signal loss) promptly to ensure production continuity.
• Summarize and organize OEE, MTBF, MTTR, MTTF of the equipment, and optimize equipment metrics through improvement.
• Prepare maintenance manuals, electrical operating procedures, and troubleshooting guides for equipment, including documentation specific to new production lines.

Qualifications:

Education Background:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, Automation, or a related field.

Work Experience:

• 7+ years of experience in electrical engineering roles, with preference for candidates with experience in electrical design and maintenance in a manufacturing plant.
• Prior experience with electrical control systems for chemical production equipment or new production line construction is highly desirable.

Skill Requirements:

• Proficient in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens S7-300/1200/150, Rockwell, Mitsubishi) and HMI interface design.
• Skilled in electrical drafting software (e.g., EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical) and capable of independently designing electrical schematics.
• Proficient in using STEP7 and TIA Portal for PLC programming, with expertise in developing control logic using Ladder Diagram (LAD), Statement List (STL), and Structure Control (SCL).
• Experienced in electrical fault diagnosis, with knowledge of low-voltage power distribution, variable frequency drives, and sensor applications.
• Familiar with industrial automation protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus), DCS and MES.

Additional Qualifications:

• Strong cross-functional team collaboration skills, both internally and externally.
• Detail-oriented with excellent hands-on skills and problem-solving abilities, adaptable to the demands of new production line launches.
• Experience working in a mass production setting.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package including company equity
• Comprehensive benefits including health, vision and dental insurance, Tax-free spending accounts, along with life and insurances
• 401k matching and savings programs
• Flexible time off with company holidays
• Free daily lunch and snacks

Mitra Chem is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, or creed, (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We take steps to provide our employees, applicants, and others with whom we do business with an environment that is free of any form of discrimination and harassment (including harassment based on any of these characteristics). Mitra Chem is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job applications procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.