22h ago

Industrial Controls Engineer – Material Handling Systems

Ashland, VA

$81.1k-$87.4k / year

full-timemidmanufacturing

🛠 Tech Stack

💼 About This Role

You'll design electrical systems for industrial lifting equipment, create wiring diagrams and control panel layouts using CAD, and support system startup. You'll ensure designs comply with safety standards and perform calculations for power distribution and motion control. This role offers hands-on involvement in both design and field support for overhead crane systems.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Develop wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, and control panel layouts.
  • Configure and test VFDs, HMIs, and soft starters.
  • Diagnose electrical and controls issues with motors and drives.
  • Coordinate with engineering teams and support installation commissioning.

📋 Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or technical field (or equivalent experience)
  • 3–7 years of experience in industrial electrical systems or lifting equipment
  • Experience with VFDs, motor control systems, and industrial automation
  • Ability to troubleshoot electrical and control system issues in industrial settings

✨ Nice to Have

  • Experience with retrofit or modernization projects
  • Knowledge of automated material handling equipment or heavy industrial machinery
  • Understanding of advanced motion control or load-monitoring systems

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks · AI estimate

  1. 1Recruiter Call· 30 min
  2. 2Technical Interview· 60 min
  3. 3Offer· 15 min
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