Senior Electrical Engineer - Control Systems

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Full Time
10% Travel

Skills

designing
programming
maintaining control systems
PLC Programming
HMI Development
integration of sensor networks
communication protocols
RS-232
RS-485
ethernet
SNMP
REST API
automation
cooling fundamantals
thermal management
airflow
load balancing
schematics
conotrol logic diagrams
analytical skills
troubleshooting skills
MRP Software
Oracle Cloud a plus
Electro-Mechanical

Job Details

Senior Electrical Engineer Control Systems (Liquid Cooling Solutions)

Location: Woburn, MA
Travel: Minimal (typically <5%, domestic and international)

We re looking for a hands-on Senior Electrical Engineer to design and develop electrical and control panel systems for cutting-edge liquid cooling products involving both high and low voltage applications. You'll play a key role in the full product development lifecycle, from concept and prototyping through production and field support.

In this role, you ll collaborate closely with mechanical, refrigeration, and manufacturing engineers to create efficient, safe, and scalable cooling systems. You ll be responsible for electrical component selection, schematics, wire run lists, and control system design, including PID loops for temperature, pressure, and flow control.

Whether you re programming firmware for PLCs or coordinating with embedded software engineers, your work will ensure every system meets performance, reliability, and compliance standards, on time and within budget.


Key Responsibilities

< data-start="1413" data-end="1457">Control System Design & Integration</>
  • Design and develop control system architectures for advanced liquid cooling systems

  • Implement control algorithms to manage cooling capacity in real-time using sensor feedback (temperature, humidity, load)

  • Integrate sensors, actuators, and controllers to create reliable, efficient system responses

  • Generate and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control layouts

< data-start="1853" data-end="1889">Programming & Commissioning</>
  • Program PLCs and configure HMI interfaces specific to cooling system operation

  • Validate and commission control systems, ensuring smooth system startups and stable performance

  • Troubleshoot control systems during development and post-deployment

< data-start="2144" data-end="2183">Cross-Functional Collaboration</>
  • Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure system performance and functionality

  • Participate in technical design reviews, contributing control system insights and optimizations

  • Assist in project planning, scheduling, and budgeting

< data-start="2434" data-end="2469">Documentation & Compliance</>
  • Maintain clear documentation for all designs, configurations, and programming changes

  • Develop test plans and conduct system verification and validation

  • Ensure compliance with applicable electrical and safety standards (e.g., UL, CE)


Qualifications

< data-start="2743" data-end="2761">Education</>
  • Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, or related field

  • Advanced degrees or HVAC/refrigeration certifications are a plus

< data-start="2945" data-end="2964">Experience</>
  • 5+ years designing and programming control systems, including panel design

  • 3+ years of hands-on experience with PLC programming, HMI development, and sensor integration

  • Strong working knowledge of communication protocols such as RS-232, RS-485, Ethernet, SNMP, REST APIs

< data-start="3259" data-end="3284">Technical Skills</>
  • Solid understanding of thermal management, control systems, and automation fundamentals

  • Proficient in reading and creating electrical schematics, wire diagrams, and control logic

  • Familiar with control firmware development or coordination with software teams

  • Experience using mixed-signal oscilloscopes, DVMs, and other diagnostic tools

  • Comfortable with PLM and MRP systems (Oracle Cloud is a plus)

< data-start="3702" data-end="3722">Soft Skills</>
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities

  • Strong communication skills with a collaborative, team-first mindset

  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment


Additional Requirements

  • Willingness to be on-site as needed and support occasional travel (typically <5% annually)

  • Eagerness to stay current with industry trends in automation and cooling technologies

  • Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement


If you re passionate about designing next-gen cooling systems and want to make a real impact in a dynamic, collaborative engineering environment we d love to hear from you.

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