Process development engineer Jobs in Richardson, TX

JOB DESCRIPTION

Ecolab’s Garland facility is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to support and enhance our manufacturing operations. This role plays a vital part in maintaining the reliability, safety, and efficiency of our automated systems and electrical infrastructure. A successful candidate will possess deep expertise in industrial automation and electrical systems, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a strong commitment to continuous improvement in a dynamic, safety-driven environment.

What You Will Do :

Participate in the Design and Review of technical components of all project work and new projects.

Design, implement, and maintain electrical control systems for production and utility equipment.

Program PLCs (Rockwell Automation preferred), HMIs, and SCADA systems.

Lead hands-on troubleshooting (95% Rockwell Automation I / O PLC and HMI)

Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for electrical and control system failures.

Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and safety teams to support capital projects and process improvements.

Adhere to Ecolab Garland Programming Standards and Etiquette.

Ensure compliance with Ecolab’s safety standards and applicable regulations (OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E).

Maintain accurate documentation including electrical schematics, panel layouts, and control logic.

Support installation and commissioning of new equipment and system upgrades.

Manage contractors and vendors for controls-related work and system integration.

Minimum Qualifications :

High School Diploma and 4 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment OR Bachelor’s degree

5 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting (Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley), HMI development, and industrial networking.

Experience with HMI development, troubleshooting industrial networks.

Solid track record of VFDs motor control.

Experience troubleshooting instrumentation.

Knowledge of safety circuits hardware and software.

Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or similar design tools.

Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field.

Experience in chemical, food, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.

Familiarity with SAP, CMMS systems, and MES integration.

Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement training.

Professional Engineer (PE) license or working toward certification.

Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and project management skills.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $101,400.00 - $152,100.00. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.to see our benefits.

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to :

• Undergo additional background screens and / or drug / alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
• Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA).

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.