Electrical Controls Engineer

We are currently seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to join our Engineering Department. This position requires attention to details, critical thinking, and a positive attitude.

Main responsibilities include planning, design, and execution of electrical schematics/designs, programing, and commissioning for new and existing resistance welding machinery. We build both custom and standard automated machinery.

Qualified candidates will exhibit proficiency in all aspects of industrial machinery controls design, including HMI, PLC, pneumatic, hydraulics, and servo technologies.

Job Location: Chattanooga, TN - Site

Job Responsibilities

• Taking into account customer and internal design specifications: develop electrical drawings from scratch, specify components, design auxiliary systems (hydraulic/pneumatic), and create assemblies.
• Produce shop-ready schematics using 2D CAD software (we use Autocad Electrical).
• Design, implement, and document control systems for various automated resistance welding equipment.
• Support the shop in wiring and building your design.
• Occasionally perform machine startup at customer’s facilities.
• Provide technical phone support.

Basic Qualifications

• A degree, technical certificate, or military background in the Electrical/Electronic field.
• 5 years on the job experience/ training
• Proficient in all aspects of industrial machinery controls design, including HMI, PLC (Allen Bradley and/or Siemens) and Servo programming.
• Experienced with sensor and component selection.
• Understanding of pneumatic systems including cylinders, valves, regulators & flow controls.
• Strong electrical and mechanical skill set with the ability to troubleshoot problems and provide clear and concise documentation.
• Effectively able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Critical thinking and complex problem solving
• Must be a U. S. citizen.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years’ experience
• A background in Resistance Welding
• Troubleshooting and applying industry best practices

Please do not apply unless you have PLC experience!

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• What PLC systems are you comfortable doing projects in?
• Can you program a PLC and draw electrical schematics from scratch?

Ability to Relocate:

• Chattanooga, TN 37421: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person