Salary: $100k - 115k per year
Reference: JOB - 6089
Mount Airy, NC or Jacksonville, FL
Travel: Up to 75% | Relocation Assistance Available
Salary: $100,000 - $115,000
Are you an Electrical Controls Engineer who thrives on solving complex automation challenges and driving continuous improvement? Do you enjoy working with PLCs, industrial controls, power distribution, and leading engineering projects that make a real impact?
If so, we'd love to talk with you.
We're looking for an experienced Electrical Controls Process Engineer to join our corporate engineering team. In this highly visible role, you'll provide technical leadership across multiple manufacturing facilities, helping improve reliability, efficiency, automation, and electrical safety throughout our operations.
This is an opportunity to work on large-scale industrial manufacturing projects while partnering with maintenance teams, plant leadership, and equipment suppliers across the country.
As our Electrical Controls Process Engineer, you'll serve as the technical expert for electrical systems and process controls across multiple manufacturing plants.
You'll be responsible for:
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Designing, developing, and improving industrial electrical and control systems
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Programming, troubleshooting, and modifying PLC systems
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Supporting AC/DC drives, motors, sensors, and automated production equipment
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Creating and maintaining electrical drawings, schematics, and documentation
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Leading electrical troubleshooting efforts on complex manufacturing equipment
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Conducting Arc Flash studies and ensuring NFPA and OSHA compliance
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Improving equipment reliability through predictive and preventive maintenance initiatives
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Evaluating electrical systems to reduce downtime and improve plant performance
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Supporting capital projects from concept through installation and startup
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Working with equipment manufacturers and vendors to specify new equipment
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Researching and implementing new technologies that improve manufacturing processes
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Managing project timelines while meeting quality, performance, and budget expectations
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Providing technical guidance and training to plant maintenance teams
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
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3+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing
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Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience
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Experience with industrial electrical systems, motors, drives, and automation
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Knowledge of AutoCAD and electrical schematics
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Windows-based systems
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Ability to travel up to 75% to manufacturing facilities throughout the United States
We're especially interested in candidates with experience in:
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Heavy industrial or discrete manufacturing
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Process controls engineering
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Lean Manufacturing
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CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
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Troubleshooting European machinery (Italian or German equipment)
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Multi-site manufacturing support
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Industrial automation and continuous improvement initiatives
This isn't just another engineering position.
You'll have the opportunity to:
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Lead electrical and controls initiatives across multiple manufacturing plants
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Work with cutting-edge industrial automation systems
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Influence capital improvements and plant modernization projects
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Travel throughout the U.S. while working with diverse manufacturing operations
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Make a measurable impact on equipment reliability, productivity, and safety
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Grow your career within a stable, industry-leading manufacturing company
We recognize great engineers and reward them accordingly.
- Competitive salary
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Annual performance bonus opportunity
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Relocation assistance (for qualified candidates)
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Generous Paid Time Off and company holidays
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Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
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Company-paid Life Insurance
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Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
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Health Savings Account (HSA)
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Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
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401(k) with Company Match
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Company-paid Telehealth Services
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Career advancement and professional development opportunities
This position may be based in either:
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Mount Airy, North Carolina
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Jacksonville, Florida
Travel of up to 75% is required to support manufacturing facilities located in:
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Arizona
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Texas
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Tennessee
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Missouri
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Kentucky
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Florida
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North Carolina
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Pennsylvania
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