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Electrical Controls Engineer

Finish Line Staffing Services

Nashua, NH

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Allen-Bradley, AutoCAD, Automation, Bill of Materials (BOM), Commissioning, Communication Skills, Component Selection, Control Engineering, ControlLogix, Documentation, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Engineering, Engineering Drawing, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, National Electrical Code, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), On Site Support, Performance Analysis, Performance Testing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project/Program Management, Schematics, System Integration (SI), System Operations, System Test, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Testing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Nashua, NH
POSTED
Today

Our client is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to design, program, and support advanced vacuum and controlled atmosphere furnace systems operating at temperatures up to 3200°C. This role is responsible for the complete electrical and controls design process, including component selection, PLC/HMI programming, system testing, troubleshooting, and project documentation.

The ideal candidate combines strong controls engineering expertise with hands-on problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and field service teams to deliver reliable, high-performance systems.

Responsibilities

  • Design electrical and controls systems for vacuum and controlled atmosphere furnaces based on customer specifications and performance requirements
  • Select electrical, instrumentation, and controls components with a focus on performance, cost efficiency, and technical reliability
  • Develop control cabinet layouts, electrical schematics, instrumentation configurations, and bills of materials
  • Program, configure, and test PLC and HMI systems
  • Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering to support system integration and design modifications
  • Analyze system performance and test results, recommending improvements as needed
  • Troubleshoot controls-related issues during production, testing, commissioning, and field support activities
  • Prepare detailed engineering drawings, schematics, technical documentation, and operating manuals
  • Complete and maintain accurate "as-built" documentation for finished systems
  • Participate in design reviews and provide technical support to internal teams and customers

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • Minimum of 4 years of controls engineering experience
  • Experience designing, programming, and testing PLC and HMI systems
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel
  • Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively

Controls & Automation Experience

Experience with some or all of the following:

  • Allen-Bradley: MicroLogix, SLC 500, ControlLogix, FactoryTalk View ME/SE, Kinetix, and PowerFlex Drives
  • GE Proficy iFIX
  • Mitsubishi FX PLCs
  • Siemens S7 PLCs
  • Honeywell HC900
  • SpecView
  • Yokogawa and Eurotherm instrumentation

Preferred

  • Knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 79, and UL 508A standards
  • Familiarity with NFPA 86 furnace standards
  • Experience with industrial heating, thermal processing, vacuum systems, or furnace equipment
  • Vacuum furnace industry experience strongly preferred

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