Electrical Controls Engineer

Pulsejobs • Sheboygan, WI, US

19 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

Job Description :

Develop, test, and implement automation programs.
Configure PLCs, motion controllers, and HMIs for new builds and retrofit machinery.
Translate existing control code (e.g., VB, Allen-Bradley, Siemens) into B&R-compatible logic.
Design and update electrical schematics and control panel layouts.
Specify components such as PLCs, drives, sensors, relays, motors, servos, and safety devices.
Ensure designs comply with relevant standards, including UL, NEC, CE, and UKCA.
Diagnose and resolve electrical and software issues during machine builds, testing, and field installations.
Collaborate with technicians and maintenance teams for root cause analysis and corrective action.
Provide technical support remotely or on-site as needed; oversee / support the assembly, wiring, and testing of control panels.
Assist with machine startup and commissioning at in-house and customer facilities.
Perform I / O checks, system tuning, and ensure proper system functionality.
Work closely with engineers, technicians, and project managers to align automation systems with performance and delivery goals.
Maintain thorough documentation for electrical designs, software revisions, and system configurations.

Qualifications :

AA / AS or BS (preferred) in Electrical Egr, Controls Egr, Automation, or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).

2+ years experience in programming and integrating automation systems in a manufacturing or machine-building environment.

2+ years of control system programming experience including PLC ladder logic, HMI screens, servo motion control, and robotics

Strong proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting with B&R Automation Studio (preferred), Allen-Bradley (RSLogix / Studio 5000), Siemens (TIA Portal, Step 7)

Experience configuring and integrating VFDs, and industrial Ethernet / IP networks

Ability to translate control logic from platforms like VB, Allen-Bradley, or Siemens into B&R-compatible code.

Strong knowledge of schematics, control panel design, and component specification (PLCs, sensors, relays, servos, safety devices)

Familiarity with UL, NEC, CE, UKCA, and other safety and electrical compliance standards

Experience with control panel assembly and wiring, system startup and I / O checks, parameter tuning and machine commissioning

Proven experience diagnosing and resolving electrical and software issues during system build and testing

Ability to support root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and perform electrical troubleshooting

Ability to work closely with mechanical engineers, technicians, and project managers.

Strong document maintenance, problem-solving, and attention to detail skills and a hands-on approach to engineering challenges

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