Electrical Controls Engineer

Job Title: Electrical Controls Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer who will be responsible for creating and maintaining electrical drawings for both new and existing models. This role involves the layout of electrical control cabinets and collaborating with the engineering department to ensure systems align with current technology and electrical standards. The engineer will also write PLC programs for industrial equipment and support production with techniques for electrical control panel wiring and PLC programming.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain electrical drawings for new and current models.
• Layout electrical control cabinets.
• Collaborate with the engineering department to keep systems updated with technology and electrical standards.
• Write PLC programs for industrial equipment.
• Assist production with proper techniques for electrical control panel wiring and PLC programming.
• Participate in the design and development of electrical software programs for new and upgraded products.
• Work with customers, service teams, and engineering teams to solve technical problems and provide training.
• Provide customer support, including travel estimated at 10%; daily on-site presence when not traveling.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical.
• Experience with Allen Bradley PLC programming.
• Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in the field, preferably with an original equipment manufacturer (OEM).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with OEM is advantageous.
• Siemens PLC programming experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with ERP Systems, with SAP being beneficial.
• Good understanding of domestic and international electrical codes such as NEC and IEC60204-1.

Work Environment

This position is based on-site, with a work schedule from Monday to Friday. Occasional travel may be required depending on customer needs. This role offers hands-on, end-to-end engineering exposure within a small company environment, providing visibility and impact in an interesting niche of foundry and heavy equipment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Springfield, OH.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $90000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Springfield,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on May 28, 2026.

About Actalent

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000