Electrical Controls Engineer

As an Electrical Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and implementing electrical control systems for overhead cranes. Your primary duties will involve creating comprehensive power distribution systems, configuring variable frequency drives (VFDs), and designing controls, collision-avoidance systems, and weighing mechanisms. You will also develop operators' pendant interfaces and radio control systems. Utilizing AutoCAD Electrical Schematic, you will produce detailed schematics, panel layouts, and Bill of Materials (BOMs) to support both manufacturing and service documentation.

• Design electrical systems by selecting, developing, and testing components.
• Evaluate electrical systems, products, components, and applications by designing and conducting research and applying knowledge of electricity, mechanics, and materials.
• Confirm the mechanical and electrical systems and components' capabilities and compatibility by determining reproduceable testing methods.
• Develop electrical products by studying customer requirements and researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials.
• Develop manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for building and assembling electrical components and by soliciting observations from operators.
• Assure product quality by designing electrical testing methods and testing finished products and system capabilities.
• Prepare product performance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Provide engineering information by answering questions and requests.
• Maintain product and company reputation by complying with CMMA guidelines, governmental, federal, and state regulations.
• Keep equipment operational by following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures and requesting repair service.
• Maintain product database by query, merging, and entering data.
• Complete projects by training and guiding technicians.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and participating in professional societies.
• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• A high school diploma or GED is required; an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university in a related discipline. In the absence of a degree, directly related job experience serving in a crane industry role, where a number of years and proven knowledge may offset the degree requirement.

Experience & Skills:

• Crane industry and PLC experience is a plus
• Knowledgeable of designing for UL, NEC, CE, and NFPA compliance
• Proficient in AutoCAD and MS Office products
• Proficient with ANSI Drafting Standards
• Proficient with Variable Frequency Drive systems
• Proficient with Delta and Wye 3 Phase power distribution and branch circuit protection
• Proficient with Wired, RF, and Optical network communication Protocols and Hardware
• Proficient with wired relay logic circuit designs for interlocks, limit switches, control relays, indicators, etc.
• Communicating with associates, suppliers, and customers
• Able to trouble shoot and identify problems, root causes, alternative solutions and components
• Self-motivated to pursue continuous improvement

At Mazzella, we're more than just a company - we're a family. With over 1200 employees and 40 locations, we lead the industry with humility and dedication to our people. When you join us, you become part of a team-oriented environment where your well-being and growth are our top priorities.

Why Join Mazzella?

• Team-Oriented Environment: Experience the power of collaboration and support from colleagues who genuinely care about your success.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a real balance between your professional and personal life, ensuring fulfillment both at work and at home.
• Growth and Development: Embark on a lifelong learning journey with tailored development opportunities and a clear career path.
• Humble, Hungry, Smart Culture: Embrace our core values of humility, hunger for excellence, and smart decision-making, creating a culture of respect and innovation.
• Market-Competitive Salaries: Receive compensation that recognizes your contributions and reflects our commitment to fair and competitive pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access a wide range of benefits, including paid time off, affordable health insurance, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability insurance.
• Free Virtual Doctor Visits: Take advantage of our Teledoc service for virtual doctor visits with $0 copay, prioritizing your health and convenience.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your future with our tuition reimbursement program, supporting your continued education and personal growth.

At Mazzella, our core values drive everything we do:

• Be Safe - personal commitment to all stakeholder's well-being; purposeful control of risk
• Be a Lifelong Learner - routinely acquire new skills and capabilities that bring value
• Be Humble - lack excessive ego or concerns about status. Emphasize the Team over self
• Be Hungry - always looking for more, self-motivated, and diligent. Do more than to just get by, committed
• Be Smart - common sense about people, good judgement, and intuition around their impact on group dynamics

Join us at Mazzella and experience the difference of working with a company that puts people first. Together, we'll achieve greatness and shape the future of our industry.

EOE/Drug Free Workplace

• Knowledgeable of CMAA standards and specifications
• Knowledgeable of Siemens, Allen Bradley, etc. PLCs
• Knowledgeable of sensory technologies Laser, Radar, LIDAR, Ultrasonic, Scanners, Vision, etc.
• Able to work at elevated heights
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check, drug screen and E-verify