Controls Engineer

Protective Industrial Products•North Charleston, SC

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Engineer will design, develop, and maintain electrical systems in a manufacturing environment, while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. PLC programming and Ladder Logic skills required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
2–5 years of related electrical engineering experience, often with a background in manufacturing or industrial settings preferred.
PLC programming and Ladder Logic skills required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a PSM-regulated environment is preferred for this specific role.
Experience with CAD software like AutoCAD or EPLAN.
Experience with PLC platforms like Allen-Bradley or Siemens.

Responsibilities

Design, simulate, and test electrical systems, components, and circuits for new and existing manufacturing equipment.
Create and revise electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layouts using CAD software like AutoCAD or EPLAN.
Actively participate in PSM activities, including Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs), to ensure that electrical designs meet all applicable safety standards, such as those from OSHA and NFPA.
Design and program control systems using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), with specific experience in platforms like Allen-Bradley or Siemens often required.
Optimize control systems for efficiency and reliability.
Provide technical support to manufacturing and maintenance teams to troubleshoot electrical issues and resolve equipment failures.
Develop maintenance and testing procedures for electrical equipment.
Plan and execute capital projects related to equipment upgrades and process improvements, including creating budgets, timelines, and procurement specifications.
Work with mechanical, software, and other engineering disciplines, operations and management, to ensure projects meet all requirements.
Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, engineering reports, and records throughout the project lifecycle.