Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +6 more states.

📋 Description

• Evaluate, define, and execute electrical systems for products in collaboration with design engineers, adhering to NEC code and industry best practices.

• Examine electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts for new initiatives and system enhancements.

• Facilitate technical review meetings to ensure alignment with project specifications and safety regulations.

• Act as the NEC code representative for the United States market.

• Assess designs for UL508A compliance and assist in the UL certification processes.

• Emphasize safety, efficiency, and reliability in electrical systems.

• Oversee and direct multiple electrical engineering projects while adhering to schedules and budgets.

• Collaborate with clients, contractors, factories, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.

• Generate technical reports, project updates, and documentation for project completion.

• Design and implement electrical control systems that integrate PLCs, HMIs, and automation components.

• Assist in the integration and debugging of Modbus, Ethernet/IP, and other industrial communication protocols.

• Diagnose and optimize control systems to enhance performance and minimize downtime.

• Mentor junior engineers by providing technical guidance, training, and support for professional development.

• Work alongside mechanical engineers, software developers, project managers, and other cross-functional team members.

• Represent the company as a subject matter expert in meetings with clients and industry partners.

• Stay updated on advancements in electrical engineering, NEC revisions, and industry trends.

• Propose improvements to systems and processes aimed at boosting efficiency, safety, and compliance.

• Support and lead collaboration between global and local strategy teams, including those in Mexico, other global factories, and Europe.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

• Engineer in Training (EIT) or Engineering Intern (EI) certification is required, demonstrating the completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

• A Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred; candidates with the FE and less experience may be considered with the understanding that the PE must be obtained.

• A minimum of 4 years of electrical engineering experience concentrating on NEC code, project management, and system design.

• Extensive knowledge of NEC, UL508A, and associated standards.

• Familiarity with industrial and building control protocols, including Modbus and BACnet.

• Strong project management abilities with a proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

• Capability to convey technical information effectively to clients and colleagues.

• Ability to operate both independently and collaboratively.

• Knowledge of automation and controls technology.

• Experience in a technical leadership role.

• Preferred: 7 or more years of electrical engineering experience with a focus on NEC code, project management, and system design.

• Preferred: Proficiency in Modbus, BACnet, and Ethernet/IP.

• Preferred: Experience with power quality analysis, power factor correction, and harmonic distortion.

• Preferred: Experience with Microsoft Azure products and tools, including databases, IoT, and AI.

• Preferred: Familiarity with MQTT, API, and webhook networking protocols.

• Preferred: Experience with data analytics and data-driven development.

• Ability to undertake occasional international travel to company factories and travel for important client or internal meetings when virtual attendance is not feasible.

🏝️ Benefits

• Full-time employment.

• Remote work flexibility.

• Periodic international travel to company facilities.

• Occasional travel for significant client or internal meetings when virtual participation is unsuitable.