Electrical Controls Engineer – Entry Level / Junior

M-Team Solutions is seeking an Entry Level / Junior Electrical Controls Engineer to support the design, development, and commissioning of automated material handling and conveyor systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer looking to grow within industrial automation, controls engineering, and material handling systems. This is a direct hire opportunity with our customer in the Columbus, OH area.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation, a willingness to learn, and an interest in PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and detailing of electrical control systems for automated material handling equipment
• Create and modify:
• Wiring diagrams
• Control panel layouts
• Electrical device layouts
• Support PLC programming and troubleshooting for conveyor and automation systems
• Assist with HMI screen development and operator interface design
• Perform calculations related to:
• Control panel power distribution
• Conveyor cycle times
• Safe distance validation
• Support commissioning activities for PLC logic and HMI systems in both shop and field environments
• Assist electricians and installation teams with troubleshooting field wiring issues
• Communicate with customers, vendors, and internal engineering teams
• Participate in system testing, debugging, and startup activities
• Support engineering documentation and project coordination efforts
  

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of experience in Electrical Engineering or Controls Design
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred
• Familiarity with AutoCAD 2D required
• AutoCAD 3D or similar software experience is a plus
• Exposure to industrial control systems and automation equipment
• Basic PLC programming knowledge preferred, including platforms such as:
• Allen Bradley ControlLogix
• Siemens
• Mitsubishi
• Omron
• GE
• Exposure to HMI development platforms such as:
• PanelView
• GE
• PROFACE
• Understanding of industrial electrical systems and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 79, UL 508A, OSHA, and ANSI standards is a plus
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced engineering environment
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
  

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel to project sites as needed, including Canada and Mexico
• Must be available for overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays when required by project schedules
• Must be physically capable of climbing ladders/scaffolding and standing or walking for extended periods