Electrical Controls Engineer jobs in United States
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Koester Associates, Inc. · 9 hours ago

Electrical Controls Engineer

Koester Corporation is a solutions provider located in Napoleon, OH, seeking dedicated and experienced Controls Engineers to join their Electrical Engineering department. The role involves designing electrical projects, developing PLC and HMI programs, managing projects, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication and collaboration.

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Responsibilities

Create comprehensive electrical drawings and schematics using AutoCAD Electrical
Ensure accuracy and adherence to industry standards in the design process
Collaborate with others on the engineering team to incorporate project requirements into the drawings
Develop programmable logic controller (PLC) and human-machine interface (HMI) programs
Troubleshoot and debug programs to ensure optimal functionality
Stay updated on industry advancements in PLC and HMI technology to integrate the latest features into projects
Engage with clients to understand their electrical engineering needs and project specifications
Provide professional expertise and recommendations to create tailored design solutions
Foster strong client relationships through effective communication and collaboration
Track job performance, set project schedules, and manage project budgets
Collaborate closely with the panel shop team to oversee the construction and testing of electrical control panels
Ensure that panels meet design specifications and quality standards
Conduct on-site visits to oversee the installation of electrical systems
Coordinate with on-site personnel and troubleshoot any issues that may arise
Facilitate the start-up process, ensuring all systems function according to design specifications

Qualification

AutoCAD ElectricalPLC programmingHMI developmentRockwell controlsSiemens controlsElectrical testing equipmentClient interactionTroubleshootingScripting languagesSQL serverProject managementTeam collaborationCommunication skillsDetail-oriented

Required

Minimum of five years of Controls Engineering Experience
Four-year Engineering Degree
Competence in AutoCAD Electrical
Proficiency in using Rockwell or Siemens controls equipment
Familiarity with HMI/SCADA software
Proficient use of normal electrical test measuring equipment
Willingness to travel: 25% (Required)

Preferred

Experience with Ignition software
Experience with scripting languages such as VBScript, C, C++, python
Experience with additional PLCs or equipment such as
Experience with SQL server or other databases

Benefits

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

Company

Koester Associates, Inc.

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Koester Associates, Inc. was founded in 1973 as a regional office of the CR Swaney Company.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Gregg Palmer
Chief Operating Officer
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