Electrical Controls Engineer

Job Title: Electrical Controls Engineer
Location: Atlanta, GA
Salary: $100,000 - $115,000 Per Year
Summary:
New Heights Career Services is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to join a dynamic manufacturing company in Atlanta, GA. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing a team of technicians, optimizing facility and manufacturing equipment electrical and controls systems, and fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Optimize and maintain facility and manufacturing equipment electrical and controls systems, automation, man-machine interfaces, and industrial communications networks.
Troubleshoot and optimize daily operations needs for electrical and automation systems, including materials handling systems, packaging equipment, processing equipment, and printing and coding equipment.
Utilize advanced knowledge of power distribution systems to identify and correct site problems and increase energy efficiency.
Maintain an electronic library of all software utilized in facility and manufacturing systems.
Develop and revise electrical and controls schematics and one-line diagrams using AutoCAD.
Mentor and develop site control technicians.
Design and troubleshoot advanced controls devices such as Servo, Servo amplifier, and Servo controllers.
Implement customized Safety Solutions to meet current regulations and codes.
Collaborate with Corporate Engineering team to evolve current systems architecture and maximize manufacturing efficiencies.
Ensure electrical systems meet all applicable local, state, and national codes and standards.
Variable work schedule as required.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise a team of PLC Technicians.
Essential Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from an accredited college or university in electrical engineering, electrical engineering technology, or software engineering.
An associates degree in the same field with related experience will also be considered.
Prior experience with industrial power, electrical, and controls systems is required.
Strong knowledge of RsNetworks, RsLogix 5, RsLogix 500, RsLogix 5000, RsLinks, Panel Builder 32, and Wonderware software.
Proficiency in AutoCAD for developing and revising electrical and controls schematics.
Commitment to fostering a culture of safety.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
If you are passionate about developing others and have a strong background in electrical and automation controls systems, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career with a forward-thinking manufacturing company. Apply now!