Electrical Controls Engineer

Automationtechies

Electrical Controls Engineer

Nitro, WV +1 location
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We are looking for an Electrical Controls Engineer to serve as a key technical expert within a highly automated testing and engineering environment. This is a high-impact role offering strong autonomy, where you’ll support operations, lead automation initiatives, and help shape the long-term strategy for electrical and control systems infrastructure.

    You’ll act as a system owner for automation and electrical systems, while also providing mentorship and guidance to technicians, contractors, and cross-functional teams.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Operations & Technical Support
      Troubleshoot and support electrical/automation systems (PLCs, VFDs, MCCs, instrumentation). Train technicians, review drawings, and support design, installation, and maintenance of facility systems. Partner cross-functionally to reduce downtime, ensure code compliance, and support capital projects. Lead root cause analysis and maintain documentation.
    • System Ownership & Reliability
      Drive reliability of electrical and automation systems and develop improvement roadmaps.
    • Project Management
      Lead medium–large projects, including scope, budget, timelines, and vendor coordination.
    • Strategy & Leadership
      Mentor team members and support long-term automation and facility strategy.

    Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
    • 7+ years of electrical and control systems experience
    • Knowledge of medium- and low-voltage power distribution
    • PLC programming and HMI design experience
    • Strong understanding of electrical codes and safety standards
    • Hands-on troubleshooting experience with automation systems
    • Strong communication and collaboration skills


  • Locations
    Minneapolis, MN • Nitro, WV