Junior Electrical Controls Designer

Job Description

Junior Electrical Controls Designer

About the Company

Since 2001, our company has focused on delivering high-performance, custom-engineered solutions for low-humidity and dehumidification applications. With a strong emphasis on innovation, quality, and customer service, we specialize in designing advanced systems for critical environments such as pharmaceuticals, food processing, aerospace, and more. Our mission is to enrich customer operations through flexible, value-driven solutions, backed by a collaborative and growth-minded team culture.

What We're Looking For:

We're seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Electrical Controls Designer who's passionate about innovation and hands-on engineering. This role will support electrical design efforts across custom HVAC and dehumidification systems. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in electrical design and PLC logic, along with a desire to grow into a highly skilled contributor on a fast-moving team.

Key Responsibilities:

Design accurate electrical schematics for custom equipment

Ladder logic diagrams using CAD

PLC programming with Carel Software

Apply NEC and UL standards to all electrical designs

Select appropriate system components (motors, circuit breakers, relays, VFDs, controllers, etc.) and present selections to Purchasing in Excel

Assist with creating production standards and procedures

Contribute to continuous improvement and R&D initiatives

Support PLC-based control system development

Experience with Carel and Automation Direct (DirectLOGIC) required

Familiarity with Allen Bradley, Siemens, and related platforms is a plus

Assist with field service questions and customer support

Occasional travel to customer sites may be required

Basic Qualifications:

2+ years in an electrical design or engineering role

Intermediate proficiency in creating electrical schematics

Familiarity with HVAC or refrigeration systems

Proficient in AutoCAD (SolidWorks Electrical is a plus)

Good technical writing and communication skills

Self-driven, detail-focused, and collaborative work style

Critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical or similar field)

Experience in HVAC or refrigeration design (2+ years)

2+ years of PLC programming experience

Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint

Exposure to LEAN, 6S, or process improvement methodologies

Job Details:

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday–Thursday (40-hour workweek); occasional OT; minimal remote work

Travel: Rare (approx. 5%)

Experience Level: Early career (2+ years)

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary based on experience

401K with company match

Health insurance

Paid time off and sick leave

Professional development support

Team-building events and lunches

Individual and company performance bonuses

4-day work week (Mon–Thurs)

Work Authorization: U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

Full-time

Hybrid remote