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Electrical Controls Engineer
Direct Hire | $85K Base Salary | 10% Annual Bonus Opportunity | Strong Benefits Package
Gem Care is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer for a direct hire opportunity with a well-established manufacturing company.
This position is ideal for a hands-on controls professional with strong PLC programming experience and the ability to support automated manufacturing equipment in a plant environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Program, troubleshoot, and support PLC-controlled equipment
• Diagnose electrical and controls-related issues on production machinery
• Work with HMIs, VFDs, sensors, motors, relays, control panels, and automation systems
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Support equipment upgrades, process improvements, and downtime reduction initiatives
• Partner with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to improve equipment reliability
Requirements:
• PLC programming experience is required
• Experience troubleshooting electrical controls in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of control panels, automation equipment, and industrial electrical systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar PLC platforms preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to support plant-floor operations
Compensation:
• $85K base salary
• Opportunity for 10% annual bonus
• Good benefits package
• Direct hire opportunity
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Salary : $85,000