Electrical and Controls Engineer

Foth is currently seeking a team-focused, innovative, and results-oriented Lead Electrical and Controls Engineer who has a desire to contribute to our clients’ success and is looking for new learning experiences and opportunities for career growth. This position will be working out of a Foth or US-Based Remote work from home location.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide technical hardware and software design leadership for industrial projects
• Develop design packages for bid and construction
• Coordinate and execute design and programming of PLC/DCS, HMI, VFD and Servo Motion projects from hardware design and software integration through construction start-up
• Coordinate electrical engineering and lead design/CAD resources
• Provide hardware and software design for machine design projects in consumer products and general industrial markets
• Develop design packages
• Assist in the development project related documentation including schedules, specifications, and cost estimates
• Produce high quality project deliverables while working in a collaborative team environment
• Gather data and provide installation, start up, and troubleshooting support
• Work simultaneously on multiple project teams and client teams.
• Respond and support project and client requests for on-going controls troubleshooting, including ongoing support of production equipment (may include nights and weekends)
• Interface directly with client(s) on a daily basis to understand and respond to their needs
• Develop relationships and cultivate future work opportunities with clients and facilities as work is performed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a combination of two or four-year technology degree supplemented with equivalent technical training or experience

• 10+ years of relevant engineering/design experience with exposure to manufacturing environments, including troubleshooting complex projects and demonstrating proven experience in the following technical areas:

• Industrial Intelligent linear actuators and end effectors

• Integration of Machine Vision

• Rockwell Control Logix based PLC and FTView HMI hardware & Software

• Rockwell PowerFlex VFDs and Inverter duty motors

• Rockwell Kinetix Servo Drives and Motors

• Ethernet and Ethernet/IP Networking

• Electrical system design schematics and control panel layout design

• Developing construction and installation documentation

Recent Experience With The Following

• Sensing technologies and panel design/layout
• Producing engineering construction and bid packages in accordance with employer/client standards
• Flow control valves, damper actuators, P&IDs, loop configurations, DCS, thermocouples, level, flow, and temperature controls

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 24 months of your start date
• Knowledge of safety standards (ISO 13849-1 & RIA 15.06) and risk assessments

Preferred Experience With The Following

• Robotics, Vision Systems, 3D Scanners
• AutoCad and AutoCad Electrical
• MES/Database programming (SQL, RS-SQL, MS Access)
• Experience with polymer extrusion and/or adhesive systems
• Siemens S7 & TIA Portal PLCs and HMIs
• Siemens or Schneider/Modicon PLCs
• Siemens, CH or Schneider HMIs
• Visual Basic, Visual Basic.NET, Visual C, C#, C++, XML
• Assembly Language Programming
• Packaging line integration, including; case packing, metal detection, palletizing, along with other packaging related equipment

Artificial Intelligence: Foth uses artificial intelligence and other technology-assisted tools in connection with parts of our recruiting and hiring process, including to assist with reviewing application materials, identifying potentially qualified candidates, sourcing candidates, and supporting interview preparation. These tools are used to support, but do not replace, human decision-making, and all employment decisions are made by qualified human reviewers. Where required by law, we will provide additional information regarding the use of these tools, and applicants may contact us with questions or request reasonable accommodation regarding their use.

The base compensation listed for this job posting reflects a general range for the posted position. Base compensation will vary based on factors such as: years of experience, location, level of responsibility and licenses/certifications. In addition to base compensation, Foth members may be eligible to receive bonuses through our Earned Performance Incentive program. All employees are eligible for On-the-Spot bonuses. Exempt members are also eligible for either quarterly and/or annual bonuses. Eligible full-time and part-time members will be offered medical, dental, vision insurance, employee assistance program, disability, retirement, holiday pay, paid time off, and several other voluntary benefits. Please reach out to the recruiting team to discuss any specific benefits or compensation questions.

Note: In some situations, we may consider an alternative position based on your skill set and experience. This may result in a different compensation range.