Job Description

LHH is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Electrical Controls Engineer. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in electrical engineering, with a focus on automation, controls, and instrumentation. The anticipated salary for this role is between $90,000-$120,000 a year.

Responsibilities:

• Design and select components for electrical control panels.
• Choose appropriate sensors and pneumatic control components for systems.
• Apply knowledge of UL508A and NEC standards in control system design.
• Write, modify, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and Kinetix servo motion control programs.
• Develop electrical schematics and bills of materials based on guidelines provided.
• Manage time, costs, and ensure the selection of reliable, high-quality components.
• Follow pre-established guidelines and instructions to perform duties effectively.
• Contribute to the creation of departmental engineering standards and procedures.
• Review and interpret customer specifications for system requirements.
• Design and modify machine electrical schematics as needed.
• Exhibit strong skills in logical code writing, debugging, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate closely with Mechanical Engineering teams on system design and implementation.
• Make independent decisions to improve efficiency, manage budgets, and meet deadlines, under the guidance of management.
• Assist customers over the phone with troubleshooting installed systems.
• Travel (up to 30%) for system installations, modifications, and electrical controls support at customer sites.
• Mentor and support entry-level Electrical Controls Engineers in their development.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and AutoCAD.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology.
• Expertise in electrical/control aspects of machine design, with a strong understanding of industry concepts and practices.
• Proficient in AutoCAD for electrical design applications.
• Familiarity with selecting and using commercial products like photo sensors, pneumatics, vision systems, and hot melting systems.
• Strong proficiency in PLC programming and motion control systems.
• Ability to understand and implement industrial writing concepts.
• Knowledge of machine timing principles and operations.
• Experience with electrical schematic software (AutoCAD Light, SolidWorks Electrical is a plus).
• Exposure to PLC and HMI programming, along with multi-axis coordinated motion control.
• Strong electro-mechanical skills and understanding.
• Practical experience in machine assembly, including the calibration and adjustment of sensors and actuators.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.

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