Senior Electrical Controls Engineer

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Minneapolis, Minnesota

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Analysis Skills, AutoCAD, C Programming Language, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Control Engineering, Control Systems, Debugging Skills, Diversity, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Information Technology & Information Systems, Microsoft Visual Basic, Motor Control Systems, National Electrical Code, Network Integration, Professional Engineer, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Prototyping, Purchasing/Procurement, Risk Management, Sales Support, Schematics, Servomechanism, Staff Development, System Architecture, Technical Marketing, Technical Writing, Testing, Time Management, United States Citizen, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Minneapolis, Minnesota
POSTED
30+ days ago


Position Responsibilities:


This role is an opportunity for a seasoned Electrical Engineer to lead innovative electrical design for specialized control systems. From planning to commissioning, you will manage complex, custom projects across a range of industries.

  • Drive design and development of electrical control systems.
  • Lead schematic design, panel design, PLC and HMI programming, and integration of industrial networks.
  • Participate in design reviews with project stakeholders and provide regular updates.
  • Supervise testing, debugging, and prototype development.
  • Visit vendor sites for component inspection and testing.
  • Collaborate with field teams and procurement to source required components.
  • Maintain knowledge of NEC and current control technologies.
  • Support sales and marketing with advanced technical expertise.
  • Oversee design-build phases, ensuring successful production and installation.

Position requirements:

  • U.S. citizenship or permanent residency (Green Card holder).
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Systems, or Computer Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
  • E.I.T. credential with plans to pursue P.E. licensure.
  • 5+ years of experience (or 3+ years with a Master’s) in control system design.
  • Proficient with Rockwell Studio 5000, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, and motor controllers.
  • Strong knowledge of control system architecture, functional safety, and NEC.
  • Ability to interpret schematics and generate technical documentation.
  • Experience with custom project risk management and interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Effective communicator with strong analytical and time management skills.
  • Willingness to travel 5-10% domestically and internationally.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Master’s degree in Electrical, Systems, or Computer Engineering.
  • P.E. licensure.
  • Experience with Siemens controls.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD.
  • Familiarity with Visual Basic and/or C.

Reasons to Apply:

  • Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package.
  • Health coverage, retirement plans, and other company-sponsored perks.
  • Generous paid time off, including holidays, to support work-life balance.
  • Flexible schedules and work life balance.
  • Strong focus on employee development with on-the-job training and career growth.
  • A positive company culture that values diversity and collaboration.


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