Senior Consulting Engineer – Gas Turbine Design | San Diego, CA

Location: San Diego, California

Work Arrangement: San Diego-based, with office space available

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent

Industry: Gas Turbines and Industrial Engineering

Base Salary: $159,120–$238,680

Travel: Occasional

Relocation Assistance: Available

Visa Sponsorship: Not available

Security Clearance: Not required

Position Overview

A global industrial-engineering organization is seeking a highly experienced Senior Consulting Engineer to provide recognized technical leadership across complex gas-turbine design, development, manufacturing and product-validation programs.

This is a senior individual-contributor role. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary teams, own critical design decisions and act as a trusted technical adviser to engineering and business leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex gas-turbine component and system design programs from concept through production.

• Own design integrity, technical acceptance, manufacturability and validation.

• Resolve complex design, manufacturing and operational challenges.

• Translate functional requirements into detailed engineering documentation.

• Develop scopes addressing business challenges, risks and product opportunities.

• Establish procedures improving reliability, efficiency, cost and quality.

• Develop and maintain enterprise technology roadmaps.

• Define product-testing strategies, methods, tools and validation requirements.

• Oversee testing across multiple products in high-volume manufacturing.

• Establish engineering, development and testing standards.

• Plan, estimate, staff and monitor significant technical projects.

• Apply root-cause, statistical, quantitative and predictive-analysis methods.

• Mentor senior technical professionals and influence cross-functional decisions.

• Present complex technical recommendations to customers and senior management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace or a related engineering discipline; advanced degree preferred.

• Extensive gas-turbine design, development and manufacturing experience.

• Recognized technical depth in turbine components, systems and validation.

• Experience leading complex products from development through manufacturing and testing.

• Strong project leadership across scope, cost, schedule, staffing and risk.

• Exceptional analytical and root-cause-analysis capability.

• Ability to influence technical and business decisions through expertise.

• Strong written, verbal and technical-presentation skills.

• Current U.S. work authorization without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Enterprise technology-roadmap development.

• High-volume manufacturing and production-test experience.

• Product-development and testing standards experience.

• Strong statistical, quantitative and predictive-analysis capability.

• Business-intelligence and performance-metrics experience.

• Coaching and mentoring of other senior technical professionals.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants without discrimination based on any status protected by applicable law.

Lead Mechanical Engineer | Aerospace & Defense | Cincinnati, OH

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Schedule: Four 10-hour days per week

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent

Industry: Aerospace and Defense

Travel: Occasional

Relocation Assistance: Possible for an exceptional candidate

Visa Sponsorship: Not available

Security: U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain a security clearance required

Position Overview

An aerospace and defense organization is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to lead, develop and resource a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers.

This position combines people and technical leadership with hands-on responsibility for design integrity, performance and compliance of specialized defense products. The successful candidate will support new-product development, product sustainment and manufacturing issue resolution within an AS9100/ISO 9001 environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop mechanical engineers and designers.

• Support hiring, workforce planning, performance management and team development.

• Own design integrity, product performance and technical compliance.

• Lead mechanical design decisions across new-product and legacy-product programs.

• Develop designs to customer specifications, internal standards and industry requirements.

• Apply GD&T, dimensional stack-up and tolerance analysis.

• Perform calculations and collaborate on FEA, thermal, shock, vibration and acceleration analysis.

• Develop and execute design-verification strategies.

• Present technical material during internal and customer design reviews.

• Support manufacturing and quality teams with troubleshooting, nonconformance resolution and corrective action.

• Improve engineering processes, standards and best practices.

• Provide estimates and technical content for proposals and RFPs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least nine years of relevant experience; graduate degree with at least seven years; or at least 13 years of relevant experience without a degree.

• Significant mechanical product-design and development experience.

• Experience leading, mentoring and developing engineers or designers.

• Strong 3D CAD experience using Solid Edge, SolidWorks, NX or comparable software.

• Expert application of GD&T under ASME Y14.5 and ASME Y14.100.

• Professional dimensional stack-up and tolerance-analysis experience.

• Experience supporting manufacturing, production and quality functions.

• Strong technical presentation, communication and problem-solving skills.

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain the required clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.

• Active Department of Defense Secret clearance.

• Strong mechanics, vibration, fatigue and thermal-analysis fundamentals.

• FEA and physical test-validation experience.

• Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly.

• Familiarity with AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality systems.

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants without discrimination based on any status protected by applicable law.

Lead Electrical Engineer – Hardware Design | Cincinnati, OH

Lead Electrical Engineer – Hardware Design

📍 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
🏢 Work Arrangement: Onsite
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
🕒 Schedule: 4/10 – Four 10-Hour Days Per Week
🛡️ Security Clearance: Active Clearance Not Required; Ability to Obtain a Secret Clearance Required
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🚚 Relocation Assistance: May Be Considered for an Exceptional Candidate
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
👥 People Management: Not Required

Design Mission-Critical Electronics for Extreme Environments

A leading aerospace and defense organization is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer – Hardware Design to lead the design, development, testing and qualification of ruggedized electronic systems for advanced ordnance applications.

This is a hands-on senior technical leadership position operating in a fast-paced product-development environment. The successful candidate will combine strong analog, digital and power-electronics design capabilities with technical project leadership, structured problem-solving and the ability to guide products from requirements definition through design, qualification and production support.

The role requires someone capable of working independently with minimal supervision while also collaborating across multidisciplinary engineering teams. The Lead Electrical Engineer will manage several technical priorities simultaneously, mentor other engineers and serve as a primary technical interface with internal and external customers.

Key Responsibilities

Analog and Digital Hardware Design

• Design analog and digital circuitry for ruggedized aerospace and defense electronics.

• Develop circuits using analog building blocks such as:

• Differential amplifiers

• Operational amplifiers

• Low-dropout regulators

• Analog filters

• Data converters

• Signal-conditioning circuits

• Design with digital building blocks such as logic gates, flip-flops, timers and related components.

• Develop power-conversion and power-conditioning solutions involving:

• AC/DC conversion

• DC/DC conversion

• DC/AC conversion

• Linear power supplies

• Switching power supplies

• Apply sound engineering practices for EMI suppression, ESD protection and short-circuit protection.

• Support component selection, design trade studies and hardware architecture decisions.

• Ensure designs can perform reliably in demanding vibration, shock, temperature and humidity conditions.

Circuit Analysis and Verification

• Perform circuit-tolerance analyses using hand calculations and SPICE-based simulation tools.

• Evaluate component tolerances, environmental effects and worst-case operating conditions.

• Define verification methods and acceptance criteria for electrical performance.

• Analyse test data and determine whether hardware meets requirements.

• Identify technical risks early and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.

• Document analysis methods, assumptions, results and engineering recommendations.

Requirements and Compliance

• Develop, refine and manage electrical and hardware requirements.

• Translate customer and system-level requirements into implementable hardware designs.

• Maintain traceability between requirements, design outputs and verification activities.

• Assess technical compliance throughout the development lifecycle.

• Support internal and customer reviews of requirements and compliance evidence.

• Ensure design decisions and changes are appropriately documented.

Testing and Qualification

• Develop comprehensive test plans, procedures and reports covering:

• Brassboard testing

• Design verification

• Environmental qualification

• Product-performance testing

• Firing-properties testing

• Failure investigation and corrective-action verification

• Lead and direct laboratory and field-test activities throughout the product-development lifecycle.

• Coordinate testing with systems, mechanical, manufacturing, quality and test-engineering teams.

• Troubleshoot hardware using oscilloscopes, function generators, digital multimeters and other standard laboratory equipment.

• Review test results, investigate anomalies and recommend corrective actions.

• Ensure testing is appropriately controlled, repeatable and thoroughly documented.

Technical Project Leadership

• Lead large-scale technical projects from initial concept through completion with minimal supervision.

• Coordinate technical activities across multiple engineering disciplines.

• Manage several projects and priorities simultaneously.

• Establish technical plans, milestones, risks and resource requirements.

• Track engineering progress and communicate concerns before they affect cost, schedule or performance.

• Provide technical direction without requiring formal people-management authority.

• Make well-supported engineering decisions in a dynamic environment with changing customer priorities.

Design Reviews and Customer Interface

• Prepare materials for and lead formal design reviews throughout the product-development lifecycle.

• Present technical designs, analyses, risks, verification results and recommendations.

• Serve as a primary technical interface for internal stakeholders and external customers.

• Respond clearly and professionally to technical questions and design concerns.

• Coordinate the resolution of review actions and technical issues.

• Support final technical presentations and customer acceptance activities.

Failure Investigation and Root-Cause Analysis

• Lead investigations into hardware failures, nonconformances and test anomalies.

• Apply structured problem-solving tools such as:

• 8D

• Fishbone diagrams

• Cause-and-effect analysis

• Fault isolation

• Corrective and preventive action methodologies

• Reproduce failures, analyse evidence and identify defensible root causes.

• Develop, implement and verify effective corrective actions.

• Communicate investigation findings to engineering teams, customers and leadership.

• Capture lessons learned and incorporate improvements into future designs.

Engineering Documentation and Change Control

• Develop clear and accurate technical documentation, including:

• Test plans

• Test reports

• Engineering drawings

• Design analyses

• Requirements and compliance documentation

• Design-review materials

• Failure-investigation reports

• Create and process Engineering Orders and Engineering Change Proposals.

• Support configuration management and formal change-control activities.

• Maintain appropriate documentation throughout the product lifecycle.

• Ensure technical records meet internal, contractual and regulatory expectations.

Proposal and Team Support

• Provide material, labour and technical estimates for Requests for Proposals.

• Contribute to technical approaches, schedules, risks and assumptions.

• Support programme planning and new-business activities.

• Mentor electrical engineers and support their technical development.

• Promote effective collaboration, engineering discipline and knowledge sharing.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience combinations:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline with at least nine years of relevant experience.

• Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline with at least seven years of relevant experience.

• At least 13 years of directly relevant professional experience in place of a degree.

Additional required experience includes:

• At least five years of experience designing with basic analog building blocks, including differential amplifiers, operational amplifiers, LDOs, filters and data converters.

• At least five years of experience designing with digital building blocks, including logic gates, flip-flops and timers.

• At least four years of experience with power-conversion concepts, including AC/DC, DC/DC, DC/AC, linear and switching supplies.

• At least five years of experience troubleshooting electronic hardware using standard laboratory equipment.

• At least four years of experience with schematic-capture or PCB-layout tools such as Altium or PADS.

• At least four years of experience leading a large-scale technical project from beginning to completion with minimal guidance.

• At least four years of experience preparing for and participating in internal or external design reviews.

• At least four years of experience producing formal technical documentation such as test plans, test reports and engineering drawings.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

• Ability to manage several technical priorities simultaneously.

• Ability to meet all eligibility requirements for a US Secret security clearance.

• Current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

An active security clearance is not required at the time of application.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing ruggedized electronics for aerospace, defense or ordnance applications.

• At least four years of experience working with:

• Temperature sensors

• MEMS accelerometers

• Differential-pressure sensors

• Gyroscopes

• At least five years of experience with serial communication interfaces such as UART, SPI and I²C.

• At least five years of structured root-cause analysis experience.

• Experience applying design practices for EMI suppression, ESD protection and short-circuit protection.

• At least five years of power-supply and power-conditioning design experience.

• Experience designing electronic systems for extreme vibration, shock, temperature and humidity environments.

• Experience with energetic-material interfaces and associated testing.

• Experience supporting firing-device interfaces, including exploding-foil and low-energy exploding-foil initiators.

• Experience working with lead charges, boosters or related energetic components.

Safety and Arming Systems Experience

Highly desirable experience includes:

• Designing Electronic Safety and Arming Devices or Ignition Safety Devices.

• Applying MIL-STD-1316 and MIL-STD-1901A.

• Developing ESAD, ESAF or ISD solutions for defense applications.

• Presenting safety-device designs to formal review boards such as:

• Air Force Safety Review Board

• Fuze and Ignition System Technical Review Panel

• Navy Nuclear Weapons System Safety Board

• Supporting qualification, compliance and safety-review activities for ordnance electronics.

The Ideal Candidate

The strongest candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• End-to-end ownership of complex electrical hardware designs.

• Strong analog, digital and power-electronics expertise.

• Hands-on circuit analysis, laboratory testing and troubleshooting capabilities.

• Experience designing electronics for harsh or extreme environments.

• Leadership of multidisciplinary technical projects from concept through qualification.

• Confidence leading formal internal and customer design reviews.

• Structured investigation and resolution of difficult hardware failures.

• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.

• Experience mentoring engineers without requiring formal supervisory authority.

• The ability to communicate effectively with engineering teams, programme leadership and customers.

• Flexibility to respond to changing technical and programme priorities.

Work Environment and Benefits

The position operates within a fast-paced aerospace and defense engineering environment and requires close collaboration across electrical, mechanical, systems, test, manufacturing, quality and programme teams.

Employees work a 4/10 schedule, completing four 10-hour shifts each week. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package and may consider relocation support for an exceptional candidate.

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants without discrimination based on any status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Senior FPGA Hardware Engineer – Verilog & SystemVerilog | Cincinnati, OH

Senior FPGA Hardware Engineer – Electrical Engineering

📍 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
🏢 Work Arrangement: Onsite
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
🕒 Schedule: 4/10 – Four 10-Hour Days Per Week
🛡️ Security Clearance: Not Required
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🚚 Relocation Assistance: May Be Considered for an Exceptional Candidate
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
👥 People Management: Not Required

Develop the Next Generation of FPGA-Based Defense Electronics

A leading aerospace and defense organization is seeking a talented Senior FPGA Hardware Engineer to support the architecture, design, development and verification of next-generation Electronic Safe and Arm Devices for advanced defense systems.

This is a hands-on engineering position focused primarily on Verilog FPGA design, SystemVerilog verification and embedded microcontroller development. The successful candidate will develop highly reliable digital hardware and firmware used within safety-critical fuzing solutions.

FPGA and ASIC designs may include sensor interfaces, sequence-verification logic, analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog interfaces, communication protocols, state machines, timer chains and other safety-critical functions.

This opportunity is ideally suited to an engineer who enjoys solving complex hardware and firmware problems, working with laboratory equipment and developing innovative solutions in a dynamic product-development environment.

Key Responsibilities

FPGA Architecture and Design

• Analyse system and product requirements and translate them into FPGA and digital-hardware architectures.

• Define FPGA functionality, interfaces, state machines and verification requirements.

• Develop synthesizable Verilog HDL for antifuse and enhanced-flash FPGA technologies.

• Design FPGA logic supporting:

• Sensor interfaces

• Sequence verification

• Analog-to-digital interfaces

• Digital-to-analog interfaces

• Serial communication protocols

• State machines

• Timer chains

• Safety-critical control functions

• Support architecture trade studies and component-selection decisions.

• Ensure FPGA designs meet functional, performance, reliability and safety requirements.

• Contribute throughout the complete design lifecycle, from early concept through product testing.

FPGA Verification

• Develop and execute verification strategies for complex FPGA designs.

• Create simulation environments, testbenches and verification plans.

• Perform functional simulation and timing-related analysis.

• Support SystemVerilog-based verification using methodologies such as:

• Universal Verification Methodology

• Open Verification Methodology

• Verification Methodology Manual

• Advanced Verification Methodology

• Use simulation tools to identify functional defects before hardware integration.

• Document test results, coverage, anomalies and corrective actions.

• Participate in design and code reviews to strengthen FPGA quality.

Embedded Firmware Development

• Develop embedded C software for microcontroller-based systems.

• Implement algorithms, manipulate data structures and produce highly optimized code.

• Develop firmware supporting communication, sequencing, monitoring and hardware-control functions.

• Support C# development targeting enhanced-flash microcontrollers when required.

• Integrate FPGA logic, microcontrollers and associated hardware.

• Diagnose hardware-firmware interaction issues in laboratory and target-system environments.

• Support firmware reviews, unit testing and configuration control.

Hardware Development and Integration

• Support the design and debugging of FPGA-associated electrical hardware.

• Review digital schematics and assess device interfaces.

• Participate in hardware bring-up and prototype evaluation.

• Verify interfaces between FPGAs, microcontrollers, sensors, converters and other electronic components.

• Support the integration of digital hardware and firmware into Electronic Safe and Arm Devices.

• Evaluate system performance under representative operating conditions.

• Work closely with electrical, systems, test, mechanical and software engineers.

Laboratory Testing and Troubleshooting

• Perform hands-on debugging using standard laboratory equipment, including:

• Logic analysers

• Oscilloscopes

• JTAG and in-circuit emulation debuggers

• Protocol analysers

• Digital multimeters

• Development and evaluation boards

• Analyse functional failures and performance issues in test environments and target systems.

• Isolate defects across FPGA logic, firmware and electrical hardware.

• Develop corrective actions and verify the effectiveness of design changes.

• Document troubleshooting methods, findings and final resolutions.

• Support prototype, design-verification and product-level testing.

Requirements and Technical Documentation

• Analyse, clarify and refine hardware and firmware requirements.

• Maintain traceability between requirements, design elements and verification evidence.

• Produce design descriptions, verification documentation and technical reports.

• Document FPGA architectures, interfaces, state-machine behaviour and firmware functionality.

• Support internal and customer design reviews.

• Ensure engineering records are complete, accurate and configuration controlled.

Quality and Process Improvement

• Apply disciplined hardware, firmware and software-development methodologies.

• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, unit testing, prototyping and product testing.

• Identify opportunities to improve development efficiency, product quality and time to market.

• Contribute to FPGA coding standards, reusable design practices and verification processes.

• Support defect prevention and lessons-learned activities.

• Maintain source code and design files within approved version-control systems.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience combinations:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline with at least six years of relevant experience.

• Graduate degree in a related technical discipline with at least four years of relevant experience.

• At least 10 years of directly relevant professional experience in place of a degree.

Additional required experience includes:

• Practical knowledge of Verilog for FPGA or digital logic design.

• Experience with digital-design practices, logic architecture and hardware-description languages such as Verilog or VHDL.

• Embedded C programming experience, including:

• Algorithm development

• Data-structure manipulation

• Hardware-control programming

• Development of highly optimized code

• Hands-on experience using laboratory equipment such as logic analysers, oscilloscopes, JTAG/ICE debuggers and protocol analysers.

• Familiarity with hardware, software and firmware development methodologies.

• Experience participating in design verification, code reviews, unit testing, prototyping or product testing.

• Experience using source-code and configuration-management tools such as Git, Subversion or Team Foundation Server.

• Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively across multiple engineering disciplines.

• Ability to respond to changing technical priorities and short-notice requests.

• Current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• FPGA development experience with Microchip/Microsemi or Actel devices.

• Experience targeting antifuse or enhanced-flash FPGA technologies.

• Experience using QuestaSim or comparable HDL simulation tools.

• SystemVerilog verification experience.

• Experience applying UVM, OVM, VMM or AVM verification methodologies.

• Experience developing reusable verification components and testbenches.

• C# development experience targeting enhanced-flash microcontrollers.

• Experience developing FPGA interfaces for:

• Sensors

• ADCs and DACs

• Serial communications

• State machines

• Timing and sequencing functions

• Familiarity with ASIC development or verification.

• Experience developing safety-critical or high-reliability electronics.

• Previous experience with Electronic Safe and Arm Devices, fuzing systems or defense electronics.

• Experience integrating FPGA logic with microcontrollers and embedded firmware.

• Strong organizational skills and an action-oriented approach.

The Ideal Candidate

The strongest candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Ownership of FPGA designs from requirements through implementation and verification.

• Strong Verilog and digital-logic design capabilities.

• Hands-on embedded C development experience.

• Practical SystemVerilog verification knowledge.

• Experience debugging interactions between FPGA logic, firmware and electrical hardware.

• Confidence using laboratory tools to isolate complex technical problems.

• Familiarity with Microsemi/Actel FPGA technology and QuestaSim.

• Experience developing reliable electronics for safety-critical applications.

• An ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across engineering disciplines.

• Strong documentation, organization and communication skills.

Work Environment and Benefits

The position operates within a highly dynamic aerospace and defense engineering environment where product quality, technical discipline and responsiveness are essential.

Employees work a 4/10 schedule, completing four 10-hour workdays each week. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical and disability insurance

• Retirement plan with employer match

• Flexible spending accounts

• Employee assistance program

• Education assistance

• Parental leave

• Paid time off

• Company-paid holidays

Relocation assistance may be considered for an exceptional candidate.

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants without discrimination based on any status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Maintenance Mechanic – Manufacturing | Packaging Equipment & SAP-PM | Chicago, IL

Maintenance Mechanic – Manufacturing

📍 Chicago, Illinois
💰 $38.77 per hour
🕒 Second or Third Shift
💼 Full-Time | Union Position
🏭 Onsite – Manufacturing/Bakery Facility
👥 Three Openings
🚫 No Visa Sponsorship
🚚 No Relocation Assistance

Position Overview

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking three experienced Maintenance Mechanics to support a high-speed production and packaging facility in Chicago.

This hands-on position is responsible for maintaining the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of processing, packaging, and facility equipment. Working with limited supervision in a team-based environment, the Maintenance Mechanic will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot breakdowns, complete mechanical repairs, and help minimize production downtime.

Candidates must be available to work either second or third shift.

Key Responsibilities

Preventive Maintenance and CMMS

• Complete scheduled preventive maintenance activities across production and facility equipment.

• Document maintenance work, work orders, repairs, and equipment improvements using SAP Plant Maintenance.

• Maintain accurate equipment and maintenance records within the plant’s computerized maintenance management system.

• Use condition-monitoring equipment, including thermography cameras and ultrasound tools.

• Identify potential equipment failures before they interrupt production.

Mechanical Troubleshooting and Repair

• Diagnose, repair, and replace defective components on high-speed processing and packaging equipment.

• Troubleshoot pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical drives, and foundational electrical systems.

• Perform basic machining, welding, fabrication, and mechanical adjustment work.

• Complete root-cause analysis for recurring equipment failures.

• Respond quickly to live breakdown calls and restore equipment performance safely.

• Follow the correct testing and diagnostic sequence for complex processing equipment.

Technical Documentation

• Read and interpret:

• Mechanical and electrical schematics

• Piping and instrumentation diagrams

• Blueprints

• Block diagrams

• Equipment drawings and sketches

• Use technical documentation to support equipment diagnostics, repairs, and improvements.

Collaboration and Continuous Improvement

• Work alongside engineers, electricians, boiler room personnel, production teams, and technical specialists.

• Communicate equipment status and outstanding maintenance requirements during shift handovers.

• Help identify and resolve recurring operational problems.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives involving TPM, Lean, and Six Sigma methodologies.

• Share technical knowledge and contribute to the development of other team members.

Safety and Equipment Operation

• Follow all Lockout/Tagout, Hot Work, and Confined Space procedures.

• Work in accordance with NEC and NFPA requirements.

• Safely operate forklifts, man lifts, ladders, scaffolding, and other material-handling equipment.

• Comply with GMP, HACCP, QCMS, health-code, and food-safety requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.

• At least two to four years of hands-on experience as a Maintenance Mechanic within a manufacturing environment, or successful completion of an approved apprenticeship or technical training program.

• Strong mechanical knowledge covering:

• Pumps

• Hydraulics

• Pneumatics

• Mechanical drives

• Basic machining

• Welding

• Hand and power tools

• Foundational electrical systems

• Ability to diagnose equipment problems and perform root-cause analysis.

• Ability to work effectively with limited supervision.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

• Willingness and ability to work second or third shift.

• No visa sponsorship is available.

Preferred Qualifications

• Maintenance experience involving high-speed processing or packaging lines.

• Experience within food and beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical, or another highly regulated manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with SAP-PM or another computerized maintenance management system.

• Knowledge of TPM, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma principles.

• Familiarity with AutoCAD and technical file-management software.

• Experience training, mentoring, or sharing technical knowledge with colleagues.

• Knowledge of condition-based monitoring methods.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently.

• Ability to climb stairs and work from ladders, lifts, and scaffolding.

• Ability to crawl over, under, or inside manufacturing equipment when completing maintenance work.

• Ability to maintain balance while working around industrial machinery.

• Comfortable working in environments with significantly varying temperatures.

First 30, 60 and 90 Days

First 30 Days

• Complete plant safety onboarding.

• Obtain required lift-equipment certifications.

• Complete training on the facility’s autonomous and progressive maintenance standards.

First 60 Days

• Develop familiarity with the plant’s equipment and machinery layouts.

• Begin independently completing scheduled preventive maintenance activities within the CMMS.

First 90 Days

• Respond confidently to live equipment breakdowns.

• Independently diagnose and repair common mechanical failures.

• Collaborate effectively across departments and shifts to minimize production downtime.

Compensation and Benefits

• $38.77 per hour.

• Equivalent to approximately $80,642 annually based on a standard 40-hour working week.

• Healthcare coverage.

• Retirement benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Benefits are provided in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement and may be subject to eligibility requirements.

• No bonus or commission.

• No relocation assistance or interview travel reimbursement.

Industrial Electrician | PLC, VFD & 480V Maintenance | Chicago, IL

Industrial Electrician

📍 Location: Chicago, IL (Onsite)
🏭 Industry: Manufacturing / Food Production
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time (4 Openings)
⏰ Shift: Must be flexible to work 2nd or 3rd Shift
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Not Available
💰 Compensation: $43.69/hour ($85,000 – $90,668 annually) + Union Benefits

Overview

A leading food manufacturing organization is seeking Industrial Electricians to support operations at a high-volume bakery manufacturing facility in Chicago.

This role is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial electrical systems and production equipment to maximize uptime, reliability, and manufacturing efficiency. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives while working in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Maintenance

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical equipment.

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on manufacturing equipment.

• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults to minimize production downtime.

• Maintain plant electrical infrastructure supporting continuous operations.

Equipment Troubleshooting

• Troubleshoot production equipment, PLCs, VFDs, motors, and electrical systems.

• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics.

• Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions.

• Support equipment reliability and operational efficiency.

Production Support

• Execute Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Preventive Maintenance (PM) activities.

• Respond quickly to production breakdowns.

• Identify and report equipment losses and improvement opportunities.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

Safety & Quality

• Follow all electrical safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).

• Adhere to Arc Flash and electrical safety standards.

• Ensure compliance with quality and food manufacturing requirements.

• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Associate Degree or certification in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering preferred.

Experience

✔ 7+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.

✔ Experience maintaining electrical systems within a manufacturing environment.

✔ Experience troubleshooting complex industrial production equipment.

Technical Requirements

Electrical Systems

• 480V Industrial Electrical Systems

• Electrical Troubleshooting

• Industrial Motors & Controls

• Electrical Preventive Maintenance

Automation

• PLC Troubleshooting

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

• Industrial Control Systems

Drawings & Documentation

• Electrical Blueprints

• Wiring Diagrams

• Technical Schematics

Safety

• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

• Arc Flash Safety

• Industrial Safety Procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• PLC programming and logic modification experience.

• Experience working within food manufacturing or bakery operations.

• Knowledge of industrial automation systems.

• Strong understanding of production reliability and preventive maintenance.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced industrial electrician who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys solving complex electrical and automation issues.

They will possess:

• Strong industrial troubleshooting skills.

• Hands-on experience with 480V systems, PLCs, and VFDs.

• Excellent schematic reading and diagnostic abilities.

• Strong commitment to safety and quality.

• Ability to work collaboratively across production and maintenance teams.

• Flexibility to support 2nd or 3rd shift operations.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Experience

7+ Years Industrial Electrical Maintenance

Electrical Systems

480V Industrial Power

Automation

PLC & VFD Troubleshooting

Drawings

Electrical Schematics & Blueprints

Safety

LOTO & Arc Flash

Industry

Manufacturing / Food Production

Shift

2nd or 3rd Shift

Location

Chicago, IL

Openings

4

Compensation

$43.69/hour ($85K–$90.7K annually)

Relocation

None

Screening Questions

1. Do you have at least seven years of industrial electrical maintenance experience?

2. Do you have hands-on experience working with 480V electrical systems?

3. Have you professionally troubleshot and maintained PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment?

4. Do you have experience working with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)?

5. Are you able to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints?

6. Do you have experience working within a manufacturing or food production environment?

7. Are you familiar with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Arc Flash safety procedures?

8. Have you performed preventive and predictive electrical maintenance on production equipment?

9. Are you willing to work 2nd or 3rd shift on a full-time basis?

10. When would you be available to start?

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

• Strong troubleshooting skills that minimize production downtime.

• Extensive experience with industrial electrical systems, PLCs, and VFDs.

• Ability to quickly diagnose and resolve complex equipment failures.

• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Strong communication and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Ability to proactively identify equipment issues before they impact production.

• Dependability and flexibility to support critical production operations across multiple shifts.

Senior Electrical Engineer (Level IV / V) | FPGA, Analog & Digital Design | Maryland

Senior Electrical Engineer (Level IV / V)

📍 Anne Arundel County, Maryland (100% Onsite)
🕒 9/80 Work Schedule
💰 $106,500 - $236,500 Base Salary
🚚 Relocation Assistance Available
🔒 U.S. Citizenship Required
📈 Multiple Openings Available

Engineer Advanced Electronics That Support Critical Maritime & Defense Technologies

An industry-leading engineering and technology organization is seeking experienced Senior Electrical Engineers to join a highly specialized team developing advanced electronics and hardware systems for complex underwater and seabed applications.

This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that pushes the boundaries of performance, reliability, and innovation in some of the world's most demanding operating environments. You'll play a key role in the architecture, design, development, integration, and testing of sophisticated electronic systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams and key stakeholders throughout the full product lifecycle.

If you're passionate about advanced electronics, FPGA design, analog and digital circuit development, and seeing your designs deployed in real-world mission-critical environments, this role offers exceptional technical challenges, career growth, and long-term stability.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This is not a maintenance or sustaining engineering position.

You'll be involved in the full engineering lifecycle, from concept development and architecture through design, integration, qualification, testing, customer deployment, and field support.

The organization is investing heavily in next-generation technologies and is seeking engineers who want to contribute at a high level while working alongside some of the industry's most talented technical professionals.

Highlights include:

• Design and develop advanced electronics hardware from the ground up

• Work with cutting-edge FPGA, analog, power, and digital technologies

• Lead complex engineering efforts and influence technical direction

• Gain exposure to customer-facing engineering activities

• Participate in real-world testing and deployment efforts

• Collaborate with highly skilled multidisciplinary engineering teams

• Clear pathways for technical and leadership growth

What You'll Be Doing

Advanced Electrical Design & Development

• Architect, design, develop, and integrate complex electronic hardware systems and circuit card assemblies

• Design analog, digital, power, and FPGA-based electronic solutions

• Develop high-performance electronic circuitry for advanced sensing and monitoring applications

• Create schematic designs, PCB layouts, and supporting engineering documentation

• Analyze electrical requirements and determine design feasibility within cost and schedule constraints

• Support system integration activities and subsystem development efforts

FPGA & Embedded Hardware Development

• Develop and support FPGA-based designs

• Work with modern FPGA development environments and tools

• Evaluate component performance and sustainability requirements

• Support hardware optimization and performance improvements

Testing, Qualification & Integration

• Lead hardware integration, verification, qualification, and validation activities

• Develop test procedures and technical documentation

• Troubleshoot complex electrical systems and hardware issues

• Support customer installations and field deployments

• Participate in system qualification and acceptance testing

Technical Leadership & Program Execution

• Provide technical leadership across engineering projects

• Support proposal development, project planning, and cost estimation activities

• Contribute to engineering reviews, design reviews, and technical presentations

• Collaborate with program teams to ensure successful execution of technical objectives

• For senior-level candidates, opportunities exist to lead engineering efforts and support Earned Value Management (EVMS) activities

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

Level IV

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

• 6+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience

OR

• Master's Degree with 4+ years of relevant experience

OR

• 10+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

Level V

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

• 9+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience

OR

• Master's Degree with 7+ years of relevant experience

OR

• 13+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

Required Technical Experience

Candidates should possess strong experience in several of the following areas:

• Analog circuit design

• Digital circuit design

• Power electronics design

• FPGA development and design

• Circuit card assembly (CCA) development

• Electronic subsystem integration

• Hardware qualification and testing

• Schematic capture and PCB design

• System troubleshooting and root cause analysis

Experience With Tools Such As:

• LTSpice

• Cadence / Allegro PCB Designer

• Mentor Graphics

• Xilinx Vivado

• VHDL

• Verilog

Preferred Qualifications

• Design team leadership experience

• Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience

• Control Account Management (CAM) experience

• Technical proposal development

• Basis of Estimate (BOE) generation

• Technical writing and documentation development

• Customer-facing engineering experience

• Design review leadership

• Experience supporting complex defense, maritime, aerospace, or high-reliability systems

Security Requirements

Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be:

• U.S. Citizens

• Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret Clearance

Travel

• Up to 30% travel for customer support, testing, installations, and field activities

Compensation & Benefits

Level IV

💰 $106,500 - $197,500

Level V

💰 $127,500 - $236,500

Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid holidays and generous PTO

• Educational assistance and professional development support

• Flexible spending accounts

• Employee assistance programs

• Disability and life insurance coverage

• Parental leave programs

• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates

Why Join?

This is an outstanding opportunity for an Electrical Engineer who wants to work on technically challenging programs, develop cutting-edge hardware solutions, and contribute to systems that operate in some of the most demanding environments imaginable.

You'll join a team where engineering excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and your technical expertise will directly influence the success of complex, high-visibility programs.

If you're looking for a role that combines advanced engineering, meaningful technical challenges, long-term career growth, and the opportunity to work on truly unique technology, we'd love to hear from you.

Lead Electrical Engineer – Aircraft Systems Integration | Aerospace & Defense | Waco, TX

Lead Electrical Engineer – Aircraft Systems Integration

📍 Waco, Texas (100% Onsite)
💰 $150,000 - $170,000 Base Salary
🚚 Relocation Assistance Available
🕒 9/80 Schedule – Every Other Friday Off
✈️ Aerospace, Defense & Aircraft Modification Programs

Design the Systems That Power Mission-Critical Aircraft

An industry-leading aerospace and defense organization is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to support advanced aircraft modification and systems integration programs.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced electrical engineer who enjoys hands-on engineering, solving complex integration challenges, and seeing their designs deployed on real-world aircraft platforms.

You'll play a key role in the design, integration, testing, and verification of aircraft electrical systems, supporting major avionics upgrades, mission system integrations, power distribution systems, and aircraft modernization initiatives.

Whether your experience comes from aerospace, transportation, automotive, military vehicles, rail, heavy equipment, industrial controls, or other complex electrical systems environments, this role offers the chance to apply your expertise to some of the most advanced airborne platforms in operation today.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This isn't a desk-only design role.

You'll be involved throughout the full engineering lifecycle—from requirements and design through integration, troubleshooting, aircraft testing, and operational deployment.

You'll work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams while gaining direct exposure to aircraft systems, advanced avionics technologies, and mission-critical defense programs.

Highlights include:

• Work directly on operational aircraft platforms

• Lead complex electrical integration and modification projects

• Design and validate aircraft power and signal interfaces

• Participate in lab testing and aircraft testing activities

• Influence technical solutions and engineering decisions

• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership

• Outstanding long-term growth opportunities within aerospace and defense

What You'll Be Doing

Aircraft Electrical Systems Design

• Design and develop electrical integration solutions for aircraft modification programs

• Support avionics upgrades and aircraft systems modernization initiatives

• Develop electrical interface designs and power distribution solutions

• Apply electrical requirements and design standards to complex integration efforts

• Generate professional engineering drawings, documentation, and technical reports

Systems Integration & Verification

• Support integration of electrical, avionics, and mission systems

• Evaluate wiring architectures, signal interfaces, and power requirements

• Verify electrical interfaces and system compatibility

• Troubleshoot integration issues and identify root causes

• Support hardware installation and aircraft modification activities

Testing & Validation

• Develop electrical test plans and verification procedures

• Conduct testing in laboratory and aircraft environments

• Analyze test results and resolve technical issues

• Support qualification, acceptance, and operational testing activities

• Ensure systems meet performance and customer requirements

Technical Leadership

• Serve as a technical leader within the Electrical Engineering team

• Support project planning, budget tracking, and schedule management

• Mentor and develop junior engineers

• Coordinate activities across engineering disciplines

• Drive technical excellence and engineering best practices

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

AND

• Minimum 9 years of relevant engineering experience

OR

• Master's Degree with 7+ years of relevant experience

OR

• 13+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

Required Technical Experience

• Electrical systems integration

• Wiring and signal interface design

• Electrical design for complex systems

• Troubleshooting and verification testing

• Interface control and systems integration activities

• Experience with at least one electrical CAD platform

CAD Tool Experience

Experience with one or more of the following:

• Visual Engineer

• AutoCAD Electrical

• Capital Harness

• Similar electrical design and harness development tools

Highly Preferred Experience

Wire Harness & Interconnect Design

Candidates with experience in:

• Wire harness design

• Electrical routing

• Connector selection

• Signal integrity

• Power distribution systems

• Interface design

will be especially attractive.

Industry-specific aerospace experience is not required. Candidates from other complex engineering environments with strong electrical integration backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Aerospace & Military Standards

Exposure to any of the following is beneficial:

• SAE AS50881

• MIL-STD-704

• MIL-E-7016

• SAE ARP4754

• MIL-STD-461

• MIL-STD-810

• MIL-STD-882

• MIL-HDBK-516

Additional Preferred Experience

• Aircraft systems integration

• Avionics upgrades

• Military aircraft modification programs

• Power distribution systems

• Digital and analog signal interfaces

• System troubleshooting and root cause analysis

• Engineering leadership or task leadership experience

Technical Knowledge Areas

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of:

• Digital and analog signal interfaces

• Voltage drop considerations

• Timing requirements

• Data communications and handshaking protocols

• Electrical power distribution

• System-level integration challenges

• Verification and validation processes

Work Environment

This role combines office, laboratory, and aircraft environments.

Candidates should be comfortable:

• Working directly on aircraft

• Operating in aircraft hangars

• Climbing into and around aircraft

• Supporting installation and test activities

• Working in confined areas when necessary

• Participating in hands-on troubleshooting efforts

Security Requirements

Candidates must:

• Be U.S. Citizens

• Be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Security Clearance

Preferred

• Active DoD Secret Clearance

Travel & Schedule

✈️ Less than 10% travel

🕒 9/80 Schedule

Enjoy every other Friday off while supporting exciting aerospace programs.

Occasional overtime may be required based on program schedules and testing activities.

Compensation & Benefits

💰 Base Salary: $150,000 - $170,000

Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Retirement savings plans

• Paid time off and company holidays

• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates

• Interview travel reimbursement

• Professional development opportunities

• Long-term career advancement within a growing aerospace organization

Why Join?

This is a unique opportunity to work on highly visible aircraft modernization and systems integration programs where your engineering expertise will directly influence the performance, reliability, and capability of mission-critical aircraft.

You'll join a team that values technical excellence, innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning while offering exposure to cutting-edge aerospace technologies and complex engineering challenges.

If you're an experienced Electrical Engineer with strong systems integration and wire harness design experience looking for your next career-defining opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Controls Engineer – Waukesha, WI

Controls Engineer

📍 Location: Waukesha, Wisconsin
🏭 Manufacturing Environment
💼 Full-Time | Onsite
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available (Current or Future Sponsorship Not Supported)

Overview

A global manufacturing leader is seeking a Controls Engineer to support plant operations through the design, development, implementation, and troubleshooting of automated manufacturing and testing systems.

This role is ideal for an experienced controls professional who can independently design PLC systems from scratch, support production equipment, develop testing solutions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Controls & Automation Engineering

• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems.

• Develop testing protocols, data collection programs, and test equipment specifications.

• Support production equipment, electrical systems, and automated test platforms.

• Develop interfaces between SQL databases and production systems.

• Support installation, validation, commissioning, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment.

Manufacturing Support

• Troubleshoot equipment and controls issues to minimize downtime.

• Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions.

• Support continuous improvement, Lean, and Six Sigma initiatives.

• Identify and implement process improvements to improve productivity and quality.

Project Engineering

• Lead or support capital equipment projects.

• Develop Capital Appropriation Requests (CARs).

• Create project goals, budgets, schedules, and work breakdown structures.

• Support change management initiatives using structured methodologies such as ADKAR.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with OSHA and electrical safety requirements.

• Identify and mitigate safety risks associated with testing and manufacturing equipment.

• Promote a zero-incident safety culture.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of Controls Engineering or Test Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience designing PLC systems from the ground up.

• Experience supporting automated production and testing equipment.

Technical Skills

• PLC Programming

• HMI Programming

• SQL Database Integration

• Rockwell Automation Software:

• RSLogix 5

• RSLogix 500

• RSLogix 5000

• Studio 5000

• FactoryTalk View ME

• FactoryTalk View SE

• Visual Basic / Visual Studio

• Microsoft Applications

Must-Have Requirements

✔ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
✔ 5+ Years Controls/Test Engineering Experience
✔ Ability to Design PLC Systems from Scratch
✔ Rockwell Automation Software Experience
✔ PLC & HMI Programming Experience
✔ Understanding of Safety Systems Design
✔ Experience Supporting Manufacturing Equipment & Test Systems
✔ No Current or Future Sponsorship Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• NI LabVIEW

• NI TestStand

• Ignition (SCADA)

• Lean Manufacturing

• Six Sigma Methodologies

• Root Cause Analysis (8D, PFMEA, A3, Pareto, Control Charts)

• Project Management Experience

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands-on Controls Engineer with strong manufacturing automation experience who can independently design and support PLC-based systems while driving plant efficiency and reliability.

They will have:

• Strong Rockwell Automation expertise.

• Experience developing controls for production and test equipment.

• Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical and automation systems.

• Strong SQL and programming capabilities.

• Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

• Excellent collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Experience

5+ Years Controls/Test Engineering

Industry

Manufacturing

Seniority

Mid-Senior Level

PLC Design

Must Build PLCs from Scratch

Rockwell Experience

Required

Travel

None

Relocation

Available

Sponsorship

Not Available

Screening Questions

1. Can you design and build a PLC system from scratch?

2. Do you have at least 5 years of Controls/Test Engineering experience?

3. Do you hold a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering?

4. Do you have experience with Rockwell software (RSLogix, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk)?

5. Do you have PLC and HMI programming experience?

6. Have you supported the design, development, installation, and troubleshooting of production equipment?

7. Do you have experience with Visual Studio, SQL, and Microsoft applications?

8. Are you authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship?

Nice-to-Have Experience

• NI LabVIEW & TestStand

• Ignition SCADA

• Lean / Six Sigma tools

• Capital project execution

• Manufacturing test system development

• Change management methodologies (ADKAR)

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a global manufacturing organization with a strong reputation for innovation and stability.

• Work on advanced automation and testing systems.

• Drive impactful plant-wide improvements and modernization projects.

• Excellent career growth opportunities within engineering and operations.

• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.

Senior Specialist, FPGA Design Engineer – Canada

Senior Specialist, Electrical Engineer (FPGA Design)

📍 Location: Canada
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🏠 Work Arrangement: On-Site / Hybrid (Location Dependent)
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: CAD $102,000 – $152,000

• Full Benefits Package

• Relocation Assistance Available

• No Commission or Bonus Structure

Position Overview

An industry-leading engineering team is seeking a Senior Specialist, Electrical Engineer (FPGA Design) to support the development of advanced FPGA-based solutions for highly complex systems.

This role focuses on the full FPGA design lifecycle, including requirements development, architecture, implementation, verification, testing, and hardware integration. The successful candidate will work within a highly collaborative engineering environment that emphasizes robust design processes, quality, innovation, and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

FPGA Design & Development

• Design FPGA solutions using VHDL.

• Develop and integrate reusable FPGA IP modules.

• Create innovative digital design solutions for new product introductions (NPI).

• Utilize Xilinx tools for:

• Synthesis

• Implementation

• Debugging

• Timing Closure

Verification & Testing

• Simulate designs using Questa Sim.

• Support verification activities and collaborate with verification engineers.

• Perform hardware testing, integration, debugging, and validation.

• Participate in design reviews throughout the product lifecycle.

Product Development

• Support product sustaining activities and ongoing improvements.

• Present project status updates during engineering and NPI reviews.

• Generate high-quality technical documentation.

• Follow established coding standards and development processes.

Collaboration & Innovation

• Work closely with systems, hardware, software, and verification teams.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Share lessons learned and technical expertise across engineering teams.

• Participate in training, technical development, and innovation programs.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline with 6+ years of relevant experience, OR

• Master’s Degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, OR

• Equivalent combination of education and 10+ years of relevant experience.

Eligibility

• Must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

• Must meet requirements of the Canadian Controlled Goods Program.

• Must be eligible to obtain a Canadian Government Security Clearance.

Required Technical Skills

✔ FPGA Design
✔ VHDL Development
✔ Xilinx Design Tools
✔ Digital Design Engineering
✔ Hardware Integration & Debugging
✔ FPGA Verification & Validation
✔ Timing Closure
✔ Technical Documentation
✔ Design Reviews
✔ Digital Systems Development

Preferred Experience

• Digital Signal Processing (DSP)

• Digital or Analog Video Systems

• MATLAB for algorithm development

• DO-254 or other safety-critical development standards

• Aerospace, defense, or mission-critical systems experience

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced FPGA Engineer who enjoys working within a disciplined engineering process and values creating high-quality, reliable designs.

They will possess:

• Strong VHDL and FPGA design expertise

• Experience with simulation, testing, and hardware validation

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills

• Passion for engineering excellence and continuous improvement

• Ability to work effectively within cross-functional development teams

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Experience

5–7+ Years FPGA Design Experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree Required

Citizenship

Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Industry

Aerospace / Defense / Advanced Electronics

Seniority

Mid-Senior Level

Travel

None

Security Clearance

Eligible for Canadian Government Clearance

Screening Question

Are you a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident?

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work on advanced, mission-critical FPGA technologies.

• Strong engineering culture focused on quality and innovation.

• Structured development process with emphasis on design excellence.

• Collaborative team environment with excellent work-life balance.

• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge products while continuing to develop advanced FPGA expertise.

Lead Electrical Engineer (Defense Electronics) – Cincinnati, OH

Lead Electrical Engineer (Defense & Aerospace Electronics)

📍 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
🕒 Schedule: 4/10 Work Week (Four 10-Hour Days)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
💰 Base Salary: $142,000 – $161,000
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available for Ideal Candidates
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🔒 Security Clearance: Must be Eligible to Obtain Secret Clearance
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Overview

A leading defense and aerospace organization is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to support the design and development of ruggedized electronic systems for advanced ordnance and mission-critical applications.

This role combines hands-on electrical design with technical leadership responsibilities, including product development, testing, root cause investigations, customer interaction, proposal support, and mentoring engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in analog and digital circuit design, power electronics, testing, and product lifecycle development within highly regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Design & Development

• Design analog and digital electronics for ruggedized defense applications.

• Perform circuit analysis, simulations, and tolerance studies using SPICE and engineering calculations.

• Develop and refine technical requirements and ensure compliance.

• Generate schematics, engineering documentation, and change proposals.

• Support product development from concept through qualification and production.

Testing & Validation

• Develop test plans and test reports for:

• Design Verification

• Qualification Testing

• Product Performance Testing

• Firing Properties Testing

• Lead testing activities throughout the product lifecycle.

• Troubleshoot hardware using oscilloscopes, function generators, meters, and lab equipment.

Technical Leadership

• Lead design reviews throughout all development phases.

• Serve as primary technical interface for internal and external customers.

• Lead root cause investigations using structured methodologies:

• 8D

• Fishbone Analysis

• Cause & Effect Analysis

• Provide technical input for proposals, labor estimates, and project planning.

• Mentor and develop junior electrical engineers.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Experience

• 9+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience.

• 5+ years designing analog circuits including:

• Operational Amplifiers

• Differential Amplifiers

• Filters

• LDOs

• Data Converters

• 5+ years designing digital circuits including:

• Logic Gates

• Flip-Flops

• Timers

• Digital Filters

• 4+ years working with power conversion systems:

• AC/DC

• DC/DC

• DC/AC

• Linear & Switching Power Supplies

• 5+ years troubleshooting electronic systems using laboratory equipment.

• 4+ years using schematic capture and PCB design tools such as:

• Altium

• PADS

• 4+ years leading technical projects from concept through completion.

• 4+ years creating engineering documentation and participating in design reviews.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with:

• MEMS Accelerometers

• Temperature Sensors

• Pressure Sensors

• Gyroscopes

• Serial communication protocols:

• UART

• SPI

• I2C

• Root Cause Analysis methodologies.

• EMI, ESD, and protection circuit design.

• Power conditioning and power supply design.

• Design for extreme environments:

• Shock

• Vibration

• Temperature

• Humidity

• Experience with Electronic Safety & Arming Devices (ESADs).

• Experience working to MIL-STD-1316 and MIL-STD-1901A standards.

• Experience presenting designs to military safety review boards.

• Energetic materials testing and integration experience.

Key Skills

✔ Analog Circuit Design
✔ Digital Circuit Design
✔ Power Electronics
✔ PCB Design (Altium, PADS)
✔ SPICE Simulation
✔ Root Cause Analysis
✔ Test & Validation Engineering
✔ Technical Leadership
✔ Requirements Development
✔ Defense Electronics

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a senior electrical engineer with experience designing ruggedized electronics for aerospace, defense, ordnance, or other high-reliability applications. They should possess strong technical leadership skills, experience leading development programs, and the ability to guide projects from concept through qualification and production.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Experience

9+ Years

Seniority

Mid-Senior

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Industry

Aerospace / Defense

Leadership

Technical Lead

Security Clearance

Eligible for Secret Clearance

Travel

Occasional

Relocation

Available

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Four-day work week (4/10 schedule).

• Lead cutting-edge defense and aerospace electronics programs.

• High visibility technical leadership role.

• Opportunity to mentor engineers and influence product strategy.

• Work on mission-critical systems supporting national defense applications.

Controls Engineer – Orlando, FL | PLC, Automation & System Integration

Controls Engineer

📍 Location: Orlando, Florida
🏢 Work Model: Onsite – 5 Days/Week
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time

💰 Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $111,000 – $140,000

• Limited relocation assistance available

• Full-time position

• No visa sponsorship available

🚀 Overview

A leading industrial automation and systems integration organization is seeking a Controls Engineer to support large-scale automation and control system projects in Orlando, FL.

This role is responsible for full lifecycle controls engineering including:

• Electrical and controls system design

• PLC/DCS programming

• Electrical panel design

• Power calculations

• Safety system implementation

• Network architecture

• System integration

• Installation & commissioning support

The ideal candidate is a technically strong automation engineer with deep experience designing control systems from the ground up and supporting complex integrated automation environments.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Control System Design & Engineering

• Design complete control systems from concept through implementation

• Develop electrical/control system architectures including:

• Hardware

• Software

• Networks

• Instrumentation

• Perform electrical panel design and power calculations

• Select and configure control system components

• Optimize hardware layouts and panel locations for system efficiency

PLC/DCS Programming

• Design, develop, and implement PLC/DCS control logic

• Program using:

• Ladder Logic (required)

• Structured Text (required)

• C++ (preferred)

• Visual Basic (preferred)

• Develop software design documentation and operational descriptions

• Implement efficient, maintainable, and scalable control code

• Perform scan time analysis, processor loading calculations, and network timing analysis

Safety & Risk Analysis

• Support hazard analysis development and mitigation

• Design safety-critical and redundant control systems

• Implement SIL/PL-rated safety systems where applicable

• Ensure compliance with client standards and regulatory codes

System Integration & Commissioning

• Support system integration with multidisciplinary project teams

• Assist with startup, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities

• Diagnose and resolve control system issues during installation and testing

• Develop smart diagnostics and fault mitigation logic

Documentation & Technical Leadership

• Develop detailed technical documentation including:

• Schematics

• Network layouts

• Acceptance test plans

• Maintenance plans

• Descriptions of operation

• Act as technical lead on projects

• Mentor junior engineers, technicians, and contractors

✅ Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required

• Other engineering disciplines may be considered if directly related to controls/electrical engineering

• 5+ years of controls engineering experience covering:

• PLC programming

• Electrical design

• Industrial automation

• System integration

• Strong experience with:

• Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens platforms

• Ethernet-based remote I/O systems

• AutoCAD

• Distributed control systems

⭐ Preferred Experience

• ASTM standards

• Attractions or ride systems engineering

• Safety engineering

• Instrumentation systems

• Complex motion control systems

• Entertainment or manufacturing automation environments

🛠️ Technical Skills

✔ Controls Engineering
✔ PLC Programming
✔ Electrical Design
✔ Industrial Automation
✔ System Integration
✔ AutoCAD
✔ Ladder Logic
✔ Structured Text
✔ Allen-Bradley
✔ Siemens
✔ Ethernet/IP Networks
✔ Risk Assessment
✔ Commissioning & Startup Support

🎯 Ideal Candidate

• Strong hands-on controls engineer capable of designing systems from scratch

• Experienced in large-scale automation projects and complex integrated systems

• Comfortable working in multidisciplinary engineering environments

• Skilled at troubleshooting, commissioning, and optimizing industrial control systems

• Strong communicator with technical leadership capabilities

• Able to thrive in fast-paced industrial and construction environments

📋 Additional Details

• Up to 30% travel required (typically closer to 10%)

• Must be able to support off-shift commissioning activities as needed

• Position involves work in:

• Office environments

• Industrial facilities

• Construction sites

• Physical requirements include lifting, climbing, equipment access, and extended computer usage

🌟 Why Join

• Work on cutting-edge automation and systems integration projects

• Exposure to large-scale industrial and entertainment automation systems

• Opportunity to lead technically complex engineering initiatives

• Collaborative engineering environment with growth potential

• High-impact role supporting advanced automation technologies

M/E Electrical Lead Engineer – Mission Critical Construction & Commissioning - Omaha, Nebraska

M/E Engineer – Electrical Lead (Mission Critical)

📍 Location: Omaha, Nebraska (Onsite)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
📈 Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
🕒 Experience Required: 5–7+ years
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree required
✈️ Travel: Required (project-based)
🌎 Visa Sponsorship: Not available

🚀 Overview

An established construction and engineering organization is seeking an M/E Engineer – Electrical Lead to support mission-critical projects.

This role focuses on mechanical and electrical systems leadership, including design review, estimating, commissioning, and construction execution. You will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Electrical & Mechanical Engineering

• Lead and execute mechanical and electrical construction activities

• Review system options and perform technical analysis and value engineering

• Develop and manage M/E scopes of work during preconstruction and bidding

• Interpret drawings, specifications, and design documents to identify risks and improvements

Estimating & Preconstruction

• Develop budgetary M/E estimates from schematic and design documents

• Support bid analysis and subcontractor selection

• Provide input on system selection and cost optimization

Project Execution & Coordination

• Develop sequencing strategies for M/E systems to meet project timelines

• Collaborate with internal teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders

• Contribute to project scheduling and execution planning

Quality Assurance & Inspections

• Perform job site inspections to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards

• Identify and address constructability and quality issues

• Support development of quality control programs

Commissioning & Testing

• Develop and manage:

• Pre-functional checklists

• Functional testing procedures

• Oversee and validate system commissioning and performance testing

• Ensure all deficiencies are resolved and documented

Documentation & Process Improvement

• Review and approve shop drawings and submittals

• Generate and manage commissioning plans and documentation

• Develop tools and processes to improve efficiency and delivery quality

Leadership & Collaboration

• Mentor junior engineers and team members

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment

• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

✅ Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in:

• Electrical Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Architectural Engineering

• Or related field

• 5+ years of experience in:

• Construction engineering

• M/E systems within commercial or industrial projects

• Strong ability to:

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

• Coordinate across multidisciplinary teams

⭐ Preferred Experience

• Experience on mission-critical projects (e.g., data centers, healthcare, infrastructure)

• Exposure to:

• Commissioning processes

• M/E estimating tools

• Construction management methodologies

• Knowledge of means and methods of construction

🧠 Key Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

• Effective written and verbal communication

• Proficiency with:

• Microsoft Office

• Construction/M&E tools and software

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

🎯 Ideal Candidate

• Hands-on M/E engineer with strong electrical focus

• Experience across full project lifecycle (preconstruction → commissioning)

• Comfortable working on-site and traveling to projects

Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer – PLC, Automation, Capital Projects | Hybrid USA (Travel Required)

Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer

📍 Location: Multiple U.S. Locations (must be near a manufacturing site)
🏠 Work Model: Hybrid (flexibility when not traveling)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required
📈 Experience Level: Mid-Senior
🕒 Experience Required: 5–7+ years
✈️ Travel: 50–75% (North America)
🌎 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Possible

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer to lead and support capital projects across multiple manufacturing facilities.

This role is responsible for delivering end-to-end electrical and control systems engineering, from concept and design through installation, commissioning, and handover. You will play a key role in executing large-scale industrial projects and ensuring systems are safe, efficient, and aligned with operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Capital Project Delivery

• Lead electrical and controls engineering for capital projects ($1M–$15M range)

• Develop:

• Scope documents

• Engineering designs and calculations

• Cost estimates and schedules

• Technical specifications

• Manage projects from concept through execution, commissioning, and handover

Electrical & Controls Engineering

• Design and implement:

• Power distribution systems

• Control systems and automation solutions

• Specify and source equipment such as:

• Switchgear, transformers, MCCs

• Drives, PLCs, HMIs, relays, circuit breakers

• Perform electrical system analysis and calculations

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety requirements

Project & Contractor Management

• Lead and coordinate:

• External engineering consultants

• Vendors and suppliers

• Installation contractors

• Manage procurement lifecycle from RFQs to installation and warranty support

• Oversee commissioning, startup, and training for plant teams

• Manage change control (MOC) processes

Safety & Compliance

• Apply and promote NFPA 70E electrical safety standards

• Lead safety initiatives related to electrical and control systems

• Ensure all systems meet required regulatory and operational standards

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with:

• Operations

• Maintenance

• Engineering teams

• Procurement and project management

• Provide subject matter expertise (SME) on electrical and controls systems

• Support both plant-level projects and enterprise initiatives

Project Ownership (Controls-Focused Projects)

• Take full ownership of smaller projects (typically <$5M)

• Act as Electrical & Controls Lead on larger initiatives

• Manage:

• Budgets and forecasts

• Schedules and deliverables

• Stakeholder communication

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

• 5+ years of experience in controls/electrical engineering within manufacturing

• Strong experience with:

• Control systems and automation technologies

• Electrical system design

• Hands-on expertise with:

• Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs (including programming)

• Proficiency in AutoCAD

• Demonstrated experience managing capital projects ($500K–$2M+)

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with:

• 480V and 4160V power distribution systems

• MCCs, switchgear, and industrial power systems

• Background in continuous and/or discrete manufacturing environments

• Experience managing multi-site or large-scale industrial projects

Key Competencies

• Strong project management and execution skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams

• High level of initiative and ownership

• Strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

• Have strong experience delivering electrical and controls projects in manufacturing environments

• Be comfortable acting as both:

• Technical expert (E&C lead)

• Project owner (for smaller projects)

• Thrive in a hands-on, plant-facing role

• Be capable of managing complex, multi-site capital projects

• Be open to frequent travel (50–75%)

Screening Questions

• Do you hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering?

• Do you have project engineering or project management experience?

• Are you open to travel (40–60%+)?

Additional Information

• This role supports a high volume of active and upcoming capital projects

• Acts as a critical technical resource across multiple manufacturing facilities

• Opportunity to lead impactful projects driving operational performance and growth

Controls & Automation Engineering Jobs – PLC, SCADA, DCS | Multiple U.S. Locations

Controls & Automation Engineering Opportunities (Multiple Locations)

Industry: Industrial Automation
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
Relocation Assistance: Limited assistance available for some roles

A growing engineering organization is seeking Controls & Automation Engineers at multiple experience levels to support industrial automation and control system projects across the United States.

These roles involve designing, developing, programming, and commissioning control systems for industrial facilities. Engineers will work with PLC, DCS, HMI/SCADA platforms, electrical systems, and industrial networking technologies to deliver automation solutions from concept through commissioning.

Projects span industries including Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Semiconductor, Entertainment Systems, Energy, and Industrial Automation.

Open Positions

Controls Engineer

📍 Wilmington, Massachusetts
💼 Experience Required: 5+ years
💰 Compensation: $111,000 – $120,000

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement industrial control systems for machinery and process environments

• Program controllers including PLC, DCS, and RTU platforms

• Develop HMI/SCADA visualization systems

• Configure industrial networking and field instrumentation

• Develop control system documentation and technical specifications

• Support system checkout, commissioning, and client startup activities

• Participate in project teams delivering automation solutions

Requirements

• Experience with Rockwell Automation PLC platforms

• Experience with HMI/SCADA platforms such as FactoryTalk or Ignition

• Knowledge of industrial protocols including EtherNet/IP, Modbus, OPC

• Familiarity with instrumentation and electrical schematics

• Experience working with SQL databases or industrial data systems

• Ability to travel up to 25%

Senior Controls Engineer

📍 Albuquerque, New Mexico
💼 Experience Required: 10+ years
💰 Compensation: $121,000 – $130,000

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering teams delivering automation solutions for industrial clients

• Interface directly with customers to gather requirements and develop technical solutions

• Develop control system architecture and system design standards

• Manage project schedules, budgets, and execution plans

• Oversee implementation, testing, commissioning, and qualification of automation systems

• Mentor and guide junior engineers and technicians

• Manage projects valued up to $1M

Requirements

• Extensive experience with PLC, HMI/SCADA, and DCS platforms

• Experience with platforms such as:

• Rockwell Automation

• Wonderware / System Platform

• GE CIMPLICITY

• ICONICS Genesis

• Knowledge of industrial networking and system integration

• Experience with SQL, .NET, APIs, or data visualization tools such as Power BI or Grafana preferred

• Experience leading engineering teams

Controls Systems Design Engineer

📍 Orlando, Florida
💼 Experience Required: 5–10+ years
💰 Compensation: $111,000 – $140,000

Key Responsibilities

• Design automation and electrical control systems from concept through implementation

• Develop electrical panel designs and power distribution systems

• Perform engineering calculations including:

• Short circuit protection

• Load flow analysis

• Harmonics and noise analysis

• Design and program PLC/DCS control systems

• Create engineering documentation including schematics, network diagrams, and system descriptions

• Support installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of automation systems

• Interface with vendors and project stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

• Experience with AutoCAD or electrical design tools

• Experience programming PLC systems and automation software

• Knowledge of industrial safety systems, hazard analysis, and system reliability

• Experience designing automation systems involving motion control or complex integrated systems

• Ability to travel up to 30%

Senior DeltaV Engineer (Life Sciences Automation)

📍 Raleigh, North Carolina
💼 Experience Required: 10–15+ years
💰 Compensation: $151,000 – $170,000

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of Emerson DeltaV control systems for Life Sciences facilities

• Develop ISA-88 batch control strategies and manufacturing automation solutions

• Lead automation architecture and system integration for large capital projects

• Manage project lifecycle from requirements through commissioning and validation

• Develop HMI graphics using DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate

• Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)

• Ensure compliance with cGMP, GAMP5, and regulatory standards

• Mentor junior engineers and technical teams

Requirements

• Extensive experience with Emerson DeltaV automation systems

• Experience delivering automation projects in biopharmaceutical or medical device manufacturing

• Knowledge of ISA-88 batch processing and advanced control strategies

• Experience with industrial networking protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, OPC UA

• Strong understanding of regulated manufacturing environments and system validation

Additional Skills Across Roles

Candidates may have experience with:

• PLC programming languages:

• Ladder Logic

• Structured Text

• Sequential Function Chart

• Industrial protocols:

• EtherNet/IP

• Modbus

• Profibus

• Foundation Fieldbus

• Automation platforms such as:

• Rockwell Automation

• Siemens

• Emerson DeltaV

• Ignition

Working Environment

• Combination of office, client site, and industrial environments

• Travel requirements vary depending on project assignments (10–30% typical)

Senior Controls Systems Engineer – PLC, Robotics & Industrial Automation | Wisconsin

Senior Controls Systems Engineer

📍 Location: Waukesha, Wisconsin
🏢 Work Model: Primarily Onsite (flexible when needed for appointments, illness, or extreme weather)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
💰 Base Salary: $105,000 – $120,000
✈️ Travel: Occasional (primarily day trips to nearby facilities)
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field preferred

Role Overview

A leading advanced manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Controls Systems Engineer to join its Advanced Manufacturing team.

This role focuses on designing, implementing, and scaling automation and controls systems across manufacturing operations. The engineer will develop PLC programs that interact with robotics, conveyors, machine vision, MES systems, and other automated equipment.

This position plays a critical role in improving automation capability, production quality, and operational efficiency across manufacturing sites.

Key Responsibilities

Automation & Controls Development

• Design and implement automated and semi-automated control systems

• Develop PLC code interacting with:

• Conveyors

• Industrial robots

• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

• Machine vision systems

• Third-party equipment

• Build scalable and maintainable control architectures

Controls Engineering Leadership

• Act as a subject matter expert for plant control systems

• Mentor machine builders, automation vendors, and internal engineering teams

• Lead technical direction for automation projects

Industrial Automation Programming

• Architect, write, and debug PLC ladder logic and IPC software

• Develop well-structured, documented, reusable code

• Create intuitive HMI interfaces for complex manufacturing equipment

Manufacturing Automation Integration

• Integrate controls with:

• Robotics

• Machine vision

• Part tracking systems

• MES platforms

• Work with IT teams to connect manufacturing assets to enterprise networks

Machine Safety & Compliance

• Implement safety systems compliant with:

• ANSI

• RIA

• OSHA

• Design and program safety PLC systems protecting robotics and automated equipment

Capital Equipment Development

• Create RFQs/RFPs for automated equipment

• Lead equipment design reviews and technical evaluations

• Travel to supplier sites for:

• Equipment validation

• Factory acceptance testing

• Build event support

Legacy System Modernization

• Identify legacy control systems via risk assessment

• Develop remediation strategies

• Execute system upgrades and modernization initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline

• 7+ years of experience with Rockwell Logix PLC platforms

• Strong experience developing controls for automated manufacturing systems

• Experience programming PLCs interacting with robotics, conveyors, and automated systems

• Strong troubleshooting and debugging capability

Preferred Experience

• Expert experience with:

• Rockwell Logix platforms

• GE RXi control systems

• Experience designing controls hardware and OT infrastructure

• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols

• Experience designing automated manufacturing equipment specifications

• Experience with:

• OPC servers

• Industrial historians

• SCADA platforms

• Industry 4.0 manufacturing systems

• Experience integrating IoT platforms with factory equipment

• Experience with SQL, Python, or Java

• Familiarity with ERP platforms such as SAP

• Experience with Fanuc robotics

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a hands-on automation expert who:

• Has deep experience programming Rockwell / Allen-Bradley controls

• Has led automation implementations in high-volume manufacturing

• Can integrate robotics, MES, vision systems, and automated equipment

• Is comfortable mentoring vendors and internal engineers

• Can troubleshoot complex manufacturing systems under real production conditions

• Has strong problem-solving, leadership, and technical communication skills

Key Skills

• PLC Programming (Rockwell Logix)

• Industrial Automation

• Robotics Integration

• Machine Safety Systems

• SCADA / Industry 4.0

• Industrial Networking

• MES Integration

• Controls Architecture

• HMI Development

• Automation Project Leadership

Benefits Overview

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

• Retirement savings plan (401k)

• Modern facility with onsite amenities

• Employee engagement programs and events

• Product discount programs

• Strong culture focused on innovation and teamwork