Electrical Control Systems Engineer

Forum Energy Technologies•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Electrical Control Systems Engineer designs, implements, and sustains electrical control systems for electrohydraulic-operated tubular handling drilling products. The role works closely with mechanical and controls teams to specify and document electrical system requirements that meet product functional and environmental needs while adhering to applicable standards. The engineer supports electrical system design and component selection, develops project specifications and procedures with cross-functional teams, and collaborates with field service technicians to inspect, monitor, and troubleshoot equipment. The position also identifies opportunities to improve systems and product functionality, integrates emerging technologies, verifies regulatory and thermal compliance, prepares technical documentation, and manages tasks and projects to meet timelines and commitments.

Requirements

  • Expert understanding of electrical engineering principles and terminology.
  • Ability to review, troubleshoot, and support existing electrical control systems and revise or develop new systems.
  • Understanding of electrical schematics and diagrams for industrial machines controlled by low-voltage, high-voltage, AC, DC, and hydraulic power.
  • Experience with heavy industrial electrohydraulic machinery.
  • Knowledge and understanding of PLC-based control systems.
  • Ability to read, understand, and produce engineering drawings and specifications using mainstream applications, including SolidWorks, Inventor, CAD, and Microsoft Office.
  • Strong multitasking and communication skills.
  • Willingness to travel globally, approximately 20%.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a similar field.

Nice To Haves

  • 7+ years of related experience preferred.
  • Experience with Siemens and IQAN PLC-based control systems preferred.
  • Experience with PLC and HMI programming preferred.
  • Strong understanding of networking and communications protocols such as Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, ProfiNet, ProfiBus, and CAN bus preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain electrical systems by creating machine and panel wiring diagrams and schematics.
  • Specify and support electrical system components.
  • Develop and communicate specifications, procedures, and expectations with cross-functional teams to implement project requirements.
  • Work with field service technicians to inspect, monitor, and troubleshoot equipment for repairs or improvements.
  • Collaborate with Product Line and Commercial Managers to identify opportunities to improve electrical control systems and add functionality, integration, and value to products.
  • Identify, revise, and disposition old or obsolete components while integrating emerging technologies.
  • Verify components and systems comply with safety and regulatory requirements, including IEC/NEC, ATEX/IECEx, CSA, UL, and CE.
  • Verify components and systems meet temperature requirements and thermal-design needs.
  • Write or revise internal and external technical documentation for electrical hardware and system installation, commissioning, inspections, and troubleshooting.
  • Manage tasks and projects to meet timelines and commitments.
© 2026 Teal Labs, Inc
Privacy PolicyTerms of Service