Electrical Controls Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title:                     Electrical Controls Engineer   Department:              Maintenance Supervisor:                 Maintenance Manager Salary:                         Salary based on experience JOB PURPOSE Responsible for designing, developing and maintaining control systems for electrical equipment and machinery, such as programmable logic controllers (PLCs), AC/DC Drives, supervisory control, data acquisition systems, etc…  To ensure that the equipment and machinery operate efficiently, safely, and in compliance with industry standards.  JOB RESPONSIBILITY SUMMARY Provide technical support as required to ensure plant equipment is operating and optimized.  Assist in commissioning capital equipment projects. Integrate common equipment controls best practices. Review equipment controls systems to ensure that the system meets all applicable safety standards. Review technical feasibility of projects and provide input to maintain the capital plan. Aid in vendor selection, equipment specification, quotation, and reviews for new equipment. Participate in product development programs as required. Prepare/review documentation and drawings Drive continuous improvement. Understand electrical schematics Transformer inspections Infrared panel testing PLC and VFD drive troubleshooting, updating, programming, etc.… (knowledge of Siemens a plus) Operation and maintenance on overhead crane (AC and DC) Supervising projects while working hands on with team  Maintain a clean and safe work environment Other duties as assigned Ability to troubleshoot both power wiring and controls Knowledge in 13.8 KV, 110v/220v, 480v, 2300v, 25 HZ etc... A/C power and working knowledge of 250 DC power.  Knowledge of 13.8 KV to 120 VAC Breaker Maintenance and upgrades Electrical preventative maintenance knowledge MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s and Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering Sound proficiency in process control applications and database systems. Knowledge on electrical design and safety standards for industrial machinery – IEC, IEEE, NEMA, CE. MINIMUM REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability required.)  Education/                            Required:                            4 year post secondary education, or equivalent experience. Licensure/ Credentials  Required: Technical Training/Schooling   Experience  Required:   3 to 5 years electrical experience      Special Knowledge/ Skills Required:  Experienced TRAINING REQUIREMENTS Employee will receive job specific training including safety, work rules, ethics, compliance, computer system, and other related topics. EVALUATIONS Performance evaluations will be completed by the immediate supervisor by ongoing assessment of proficiency and performance. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/HAZARDOUS WORKING CONDITIONS (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential work functions.)Physical Demands                    Vision/Sight/Hearing               Physical Strength Standing                                     Vision-Far Acuity                        Sedentary Work Walking                                      Vision-Near Acuity                     Light Work Sitting                                         Vision-Depth Perception           Medium Work Lifting                                         Vision-Peripheral                        Heavy Work Carrying                                     Color Vision                                 Lifting up to 10 lbs. Pushing/Pulling                         Listening/Hearing                     Lifting up to 25 lbs. Climbing                                                                                          Lifting up to 50 lbs. Balancing                                                                                   Lifting over 50 lbs. Stooping                                     Kneeling                                     Reaching                                                  Environmental Conditions Handling                                         Temperature Changes             Hazards Feeling                                            Infectious Disease                    Wet Talking                                            Humid                                        Hazardous Chemicals Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination    Noise                                          Blood/Body Fluids VibrationThis job description supersedes all previous job descriptions. The job description is intended to be a tool to describe the primary purpose of the job and the KEY duties and responsibilities. The job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required. Management has the right to add to or change the job responsibilities at any time. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Created: 2026-03-17