Electrical Controls Engineer (2 Openings)
Fort Wayne, IN
Up to $110,000 + Quarterly Bonus (15% of yearly salary)
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
We are looking for two experienced Electrical Controls Engineers to join our team at a large-scale steel processing facility. This is a hands-on role supporting critical production equipment, power distribution systems, and plant modernization projects.
The position is approximately 50% controls/software and 50% electrical hardware, making it ideal for engineers who enjoy working across both disciplines.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and improve PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment
- Support PLC, drive, and protection relay upgrade projects
- Assist with Level 2 controls modernization and brownfield expansion projects
- Work with medium-voltage power distribution systems, substations, and plant utilities
- Troubleshoot electrical and automation issues to maximize equipment reliability
- Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams on continuous improvement initiatives
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field
- 5-10 years of industrial controls or electrical engineering experience
- Experience with Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and/or Schneider Modicon PLCs
- Strong understanding of electrical fundamentals, motor controls, and power systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control drawings
- Experience in heavy industrial or manufacturing environments
Preferred Experience
- Medium-voltage systems (1kV-69kV)
- Substations, switchgear, transformers, and power distribution
- VFDs, drives, and protection relays
- Steel, metals, mining, pulp & paper, chemical, or similar process industries
What We're Looking For
We're seeking practical, hands-on engineers with strong troubleshooting skills and a background in maintaining and improving existing control systems. This role is best suited to someone with a plant engineering or maintenance-focused controls background rather than purely greenfield project experience.
Stage 1: Teams interview with the engineering team
Stage 2: Half-day onsite visit including a facility tour and meetings with key stakeholders
A decision will be made shortly after the onsite interview.
