Electrical / Controls Engineer in Anderson
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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionElectrical / Controls Engineer
Location: Anderson, SC
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Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical / Controls Engineer to join their manufacturing facility in Anderson, SC. In this role, you will design, implement, and support complex control systems and automation solutions across production equipment while serving as a technical leader and mentor to Controls Technicians.
This position plays a critical role in equipment performance, safety, and continuous improvement across our operations.
Key Responsibilities
Promote and enforce OSHA and company safety standards, always using proper safety equipment
Identify and immediately correct electrical safety hazards
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the Electrical Code (NEC) and coach others on best practices
Develop and maintain machine safety procedures, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) for operations and maintenance teams
Lead and support cross-functional teams (Engineering, Maintenance, Production), OEMs, vendors, and contractors during equipment design, installation, startup, and commissioning
Review and approve electrical designs, components, and control system software modifications
Support machine acceptance testing, troubleshoot startup issues, and resolve complex electrical and controls problems
Specify and support power distribution systems, drives, motors, PLCs, DCS, HMIs, servo systems, robotics, instrumentation, and data collection platforms in accordance with company standards
Evaluate electrical equipment from multiple suppliers and recommend best-value solutions
Perform advanced troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, and process issues, leading and mentoring others through root-cause resolution
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, throughput, and overall operational performance
Lead continuous improvement and capital projects from concept through completion
Design and implement complex program modifications in PLC, DCS, HMI, and servo control systems
Provide technical training and operational support to Controls, Production, Maintenance, Warehouse, and other teams
Support off-shift and after-hours troubleshooting as needed
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field
Minimum of 3 years of industrial controls or electrical engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong working knowledge of:
Power distribution, grounding, bonding, and coordinated drives
AC motors, medium-voltage drives, servo systems, and robotics
PLC, DCS, and HMI platforms
Working knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Experience with control system backups, archiving, and recovery
Experience with industrial OT networks, including setup, security, and troubleshooting
Proven ability to lead complex automation or electrical projects
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical documentation
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment
Strong safety mindset with a commitment to environmental and workplace safety policies
Proficiency with CMMS systems, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and scheduling software
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