Electrical Controls Designer l - Jonesboro, AR
About The Position
Join Hytrol Conveyor Company, a leading manufacturer in the material handling industry known for long-term stability, strong engineering standards, and a collaborative, people-first culture. The Electrical Controls Designer I supports the development and maintenance of electrical control panel designs and schematics used in conveyor systems. Working closely with Controls Engineering and Panel Shop leadership, this role helps produce accurate, standardized panel designs that meet safety, quality, and performance requirements. This position is well suited for someone early in their career who is interested in industrial controls and electrical design and is looking to build technical skills through hands-on experience, structured processes, and training in the EPLAN software suite.
Requirements
- 0–2 years of experience or education related to industrial electrical or controls design
- Familiarity with electrical schematics and control panels
- Basic understanding of industrial communication architectures and safety concepts
- Foundational knowledge of UL508A, NFPA 79, and NFPA 70 (NEC) preferred
- Basic understanding of load calculations for single-phase and three-phase applications
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn from experienced designers and engineers
- Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Control Systems, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to EPLAN (P8 / Pro Panel) or similar electrical design software preferred
- Experience with electrical installation, PLC programming, or troubleshooting is a plus
Responsibilities
- Support the development and maintenance of electrical panel designs and system schematics
- Assist in maintaining standards for electrical design and panel wiring
- Create and verify bills of material (BOMs) for electrical panels
- Assist with component selection under the guidance of senior designers and engineers
- Learn and apply company standards, safety requirements, and design guidelines
- Use EPLAN (P8 / Pro Panel) to create and maintain schematics, reports, and standardized libraries
- Collaborate with Controls Engineering and Panel Shop teams to support efficient panel builds
- Assist with troubleshooting electrical panels during build and testing
- Participate in quality checks and audits to ensure design accuracy and compliance
- Actively seek learning opportunities to stay current with applicable technologies, products, and standards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
