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    Electric Plus

    Electrical Contracting

    Automation & Controls Project Engineer

    Avon, United StatesOn-SiteFull-timePosted 4d ago
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    Job description

    What You'll Do

    Engineer Solutions

    • Develop automation and controls solutions for industrial and manufacturing customers.
    • Support PLC, HMI, SCADA, instrumentation, and control system projects.
    • Interpret drawings, specifications, one-line diagrams, and control schematics.
    • Assist with controls design documentation and system architecture development.

    Solve Problems

    • Troubleshoot automation, controls, instrumentation, and electrical systems.
    • Participate in commissioning, startup, and customer acceptance activities.
    • Work hands-on with field teams to overcome technical challenges.
    • Help customers improve reliability, productivity, and operational performance.

    Support Estimating & Preconstruction

    • Assist with preparing project estimates and budgets.
    • Develop material takeoffs and labor estimates.
    • Review plans and specifications to identify project risks and opportunities.
    • Participate in design-build and negotiated project pursuits.

    No estimating experience is required.

    We'll teach you the estimating side of the business if you're willing to learn.

    Execute Projects

    • Collaborate with Project Managers, field personnel, customers, and suppliers.
    • Help move projects from concept through startup and closeout.
    • Manage priorities and help keep projects moving forward.
    • Take ownership of project outcomes and customer satisfaction.

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    What Makes Someone Successful Here?

    You might be a great fit if you:

    • Enjoy solving technical problems.
    • Prefer taking initiative rather than waiting for instructions.
    • Are comfortable making decisions and accepting accountability.
    • Want to see your work implemented in the real world.
    • Like variety and don't want every day to look the same.
    • Take pride in doing things correctly.
    • Care about quality, details, and follow-through.
    • Can communicate effectively with customers, electricians, technicians, and project teams.

    Qualifications

    Required

    • THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN AVON, INDIANA. CANDIDATES MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUTE TO OUR LOCATION EVERY DAY
    • Experience in industrial automation, controls, electrical construction, manufacturing, maintenance, systems integration, or a related technical field.
    • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, control schematics, and technical documentation.
    • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
    • Desire to learn, grow, and take ownership of projects.
    • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

    Preferred

    • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Engineering Technology, Automation Technology, or a related field.

    A degree is preferred but not required.

    We value practical experience, technical aptitude, and a proven ability to solve problems.

    Experience with any of the following is a plus:

    • Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation
    • Siemens
    • Ignition
    • FactoryTalk
    • Wonderware
    • Industrial networking
    • Instrumentation and process controls
    • Industrial electrical systems

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    Electric Plus

    Electrical contracting and installation services company.

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    Industry
    Electrical Contracting
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