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Senior Level Controls Engineer

ResourceTek, LLC
Decatur, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/26/2026

In partnership with our client, leading U.S. manufacturer of copper and aluminum building wire and cable for residential, commercial, and industrial applications, ResourceTek is seeking Senior Level Controls Engineer to join their team near Decatur, Alabama. The right candidate will be proficient in many industrial controls platforms and will directly interact with the customer in design reviews, project updates, runoffs, and installations. This is a direct hire opportunity.


RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Electrical design of complete automation systems using AutoCAD Electrical software
  • Designs include power distribution, I/O controls, communications, and panel layout drawings as well as PLC and robot programming.
  • Calculating panel SCCR, power rating, and FLA for panel rating.
  • Direct electrical assembly during equipment build.
  • Configure, debug, and test equipment on shop floor.
  • Lead runoff on the shop floor.
  • Direct electrical assembly during installation of equipment.
  • Lead startup of new projects and drive project to completion.
  • Manage time and costs to be within budget and on schedule


REQUIREMENTS

  • BS in Electrical Engineering or 7 years plus relevant work experience
  • Prefer 7 years’ engineering experience in building controls, machine tools, and troubleshooting control systems.
  • Robot programming, Fanuc preferred
  • Vision programming, Cognex and Fanuc iRVision preferred
  • Experience with PLC protocols: Allen Bradley RSLogix, Siemens Step 5 & 7, GE Machine Edition, and Mitsubishi.
  • Experience setting up and utilizing networks using DeviceNet, Profibus, PROFINET, Ethernet, Ethernet/IP
  • Experience setting up Allen Bradley, Seimens and Automation Direct HMI screens/panels
  • Experience with VFD Drives, installation, repair and programming of ABB, Parker, AB, Yaskawa, and Siemens.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all levels.
  • Ability to lead a project at installation and be the main customer interface.
  • Understanding of RIA Robot Safety Standards, OSHA Safety Standards, and NFPA 79 & 70E standards.


Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $130,000 - $145,000

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