Controls & Electrical Engineer I
Danaher•Hauppauge, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
The Controls & Electrical Engineer I is responsible for supporting the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of electrical and control systems used in manufacturing and industrial environments. This entry‑level role works under the guidance of senior engineers and project leaders to assist with PLC-based hardware and software, automation projects, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position reports to the Global Sr Manager Controls and Automation and is part of the Advanced Engineering Team located in Hauppauge NY and will be an on-site role.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or Computer Engineering
- Experience in electrical, controls, or automation engineering (co-op or internship experience acceptable)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical.
- Willingness to learn, take direction, and grow into increased technical
Nice To Haves
- Internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Basic knowledge of electrical concepts, control systems, NEC requirements, automation safety standards and ability to read and develop electrical schematics (AutoCAD experience preferred)
- Familiarity with troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment and common industrial electrical components (sensors, VFDs, motors, relays, PLC I/O)
Responsibilities
- Assist in analyzing manufacturing processes and identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements, improvement of new processes, technologies, and equipment to support OEE improvements
- Support documentation including modification of electrical and control systems schematics, control narratives, and standard procedures
- Assist with writing, testing, and debugging PLC and HMI control logic
- Support troubleshooting of electrical, control, and process-related issues
- Support validation, installation, commissioning, and startup activities for automation projects
Benefits
- paid time off
- medical/dental/vision insurance
- 401(k)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
