Automation Engineer Electrical Panel Designer, Industrial Control Systems
Overview
Own the design of UL 508A control panels and automation solutions for industrial facilities at scale. You will lead PLC and HMI development, create electrical drawings, and support FAT startup commissioning. You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and panel shop teams to deliver compliant, high-quality systems. This role offers growth in a 100% employee-owned company focused on long-term customer value. What makes this role different is hands-on panel fabrication support and end-to-end project involvement from design through deployment.
What You'll Do10
- 1Build UL 508A control panels and electrical schematics for industrial systems
- 2Develop PLC and HMI programs to meet project requirements
- 3Create and maintain electrical drawings using CAD tools
- 4Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, and panel shop during project execution
- 5Support FAT startup commissioning troubleshooting and customer support
- 6Ensure designs comply with UL 508A NEC and NFPA 79 standards
- 7Review and modify electrical schematics PIDs and control drawings
- 8Assist with panel fabrication and on-site startup activities
- 9Collaborate on project documentation and testing
- 10Participate in ongoing design improvements and field feedback
Requirements5
- 1Minimum 3 years of experience in industrial controls, automation, or control systems engineering
- 2Experience designing UL 508A industrial control panels
- 3Experience programming PLC and HMI systems
- 4Ability to read and modify electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control drawings
- 5Strong troubleshooting and communication skills
Salary Insight
$73 - $120k per year
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