Electrical Controls Engineer

Job Description

Electrical Controls Engineer

Full Time

Glen Arm, MD, US

After you are trained, you can work one day at home.

Salary Range:

$82,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually

Design, develop and implement all aspects of electrical control systems related to equipment and machinery for the corrugated box industry. Responsible for the design, installation and technical support of PLC based hardware and software. Create project enhancements to existing HMI systems, monitor and troubleshoot equipment in the field. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is provided.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform design and engineering functions in accordance with accepted practices and company standards.

Prepare project scopes of work, preliminary design concepts, and cost estimates for small projects. Assist in gathering field data and preparing project specifications.

Documentation of system, software, and configuration processes.

Design, develop, and coordinate all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery.

Program, simulate and test automated machinery and processes.

Support the Service Department with machine fault resolution and related controls issues. Service needs may develop in the evening, weekends, or holidays and travel up to 20% to support installations, breakdowns and other service-related issues is possible.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science Engineering or related field required. Experience in lieu of education can be considered.

Minimum five years’ experience with machinery or factory automation.

Minimum 5 years’ experience designing industrial motor control cabinets for heavy machinery equipment

Autonomously engineer new modular machinery designs and concepts

Knowledge of UL, CE, and/or CSA compliance

Proficient with B&R, Siemens, and/or Rockwell/AB PLCs

Proficient with structured text

Network experience including the configuration and troubleshooting of industrial ethernet routers and switches preferred

ePlan experience a plus

Experience designing power distribution systems and drive/motor applications

Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and accurately follow mechanical drawings and schematic diagrams

Judgment to independently create and accomplish individual goals.

Results oriented, product focused, excellent ability to work with people from different disciplines with varying degrees of technical experience.

Ability to seek out information and research solutions to complex problems

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Detail oriented, with excellent organizational skills, along with the ability to manage multiple projects.

Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

BENEFIT SUMMARY:

Health and Wellness: Medical; Dental; Vision

Financial Future: 401k Plan with Company Match; Bonus Program (variable annual bonuses based on company performance); Employee Stock Ownership Plan (annual ESOP stock allocations after meeting eligibility criteria)

Well-being and Support: Wellness Program; Education Assistance; Paid Time Off

Safety and Comfort: Safety Shoe and Prescription Safety Glasses Program; Seniority Recognition Program; Employee Assistance ProgramCompany Description

Since our inception in 1967, Augmentation, Inc. has garnered a large and diversified base of clientele whose need for qualified personnel encompasses a wide field of temporary and permanent technical expertise. This being the case, assignment at an Augmentation, Inc. client places you at some of the top corporations in the nation, from industry leaders to potentially lucrative start-ups in Telecommunications, Information Technology, Manufacturing and Engineering.

Full-time