Senior Electrical Controls Engineer

Search Leaders; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Generous paid time off

Flexible schedules

Focus on employee development

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a seasoned Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design for specialized control systems in Minneapolis. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of experience in control system design. The role provides a salary range of $140,000 - $160,000 per year plus comprehensive benefits including health coverage and a focus on employee development. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and analytical skills, and be proficient with key control technologies.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required.
• 5+ years of experience in control system design.
• Proficient with various control technologies and systems.

Responsibilities

• Drive design and development of electrical control systems.
• Lead schematic design and programming.
• Supervise testing and prototype development.
• Collaborate with field teams and ensure project success.

Skills

Design and development of electrical control systems

PLC and HMI programming

Technical communication

Project risk management

Analytical skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Systems, or Computer Engineering

E.I.T. credential with plans to pursue P.E. licensure

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000

AutoCAD

Siemens controls

Job description

Position Responsibilities

This role is an opportunity for a seasoned Electrical Engineer to lead innovative electrical design for specialized control systems. From planning to commissioning, you will manage complex, custom projects across a range of industries.

• Drive design and development of electrical control systems.
• Lead schematic design, panel design, PLC and HMI programming, and integration of industrial networks.
• Participate in design reviews with project stakeholders and provide regular updates.
• Supervise testing, debugging, and prototype development.
• Visit vendor sites for component inspection and testing.
• Collaborate with field teams and procurement to source required components.
• Maintain knowledge of NEC and current control technologies.
• Support sales and marketing with advanced technical expertise.
• Oversee design-build phases, ensuring successful production and installation.

Position Requirements

• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency (Green Card holder).
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Systems, or Computer Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• E.I.T. credential with plans to pursue P.E. licensure.
• 5+ years of experience (or 3+ years with a Master’s) in control system design.
• Proficient with Rockwell Studio 5000, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, and motor controllers.
• Strong knowledge of control system architecture, functional safety, and NEC.
• Ability to interpret schematics and generate technical documentation.
• Experience with custom project risk management and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Effective communicator with strong analytical and time management skills.
• Willingness to travel 5-10% domestically and internationally.

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree in Electrical, Systems, or Computer Engineering.
• P.E. licensure.
• Experience with Siemens controls.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with Visual Basic and/or C.

Reasons to Apply

• Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package.
• Health coverage, retirement plans, and other company-sponsored perks.
• Generous paid time off, including holidays, to support work-life balance.
• Flexible schedules and work life balance.
• Strong focus on employee development with on-the-job training and career growth.
• A positive company culture that values diversity and collaboration.

The pay range for this role is:

140,000 - 160,000 USD per year (Minneapolis, Minnesota)