Electrical Controls Engineer Indiana

Job Title: Electrical Controls Engineer
Job ID: 83412917
Location: Richmond, Indiana
Industry: Building Materials
Job Category: Engineering Electrical
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $100,000 $125,000 base salary
Travel: Up to 10%

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer to support our Richmond, Indiana manufacturing facility. This role will play a key part in ensuring operational reliability, safety, and continuous improvement across electrical and control systems. The position involves a balanced mix of hands-on troubleshooting (firefighting) and project-based engineering, supporting both day-to-day plant operations and long-term improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform power, electrical, and control systems engineering for plant operations and capital projects

• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and controls-related operational issues

• Lead or participate in root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives to prevent recurring issues

• Provide on-call support to plant operations for electrical and controls systems

• Prepare, review, and approve technical electrical specifications for equipment, processes, and projects

• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on electrical systems, process control, water systems, and compressed air systems

• Provide backup support to other Electrical Engineers as required

• Assist with review and implementation of corporate electrical standards and specifications

• Track, prioritize, and resolve issues in coordination with cross-functional teams

• Support manufacturing operations and electrical safety initiatives

• Maintain clear communication with management and project stakeholders regarding project status, risks, and changes

Controls & Systems Experience (Key Focus Areas)

• Strong hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs

• Knowledge of DeviceNet and ControlNet industrial networks

• Experience with industrial control networks and networked control systems

• General understanding of DCS / SCADA systems (Ignition, Wonderware preferred)

• Ability to support and improve control systems in a discrete manufacturing environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

• Minimum 3 years of experience in control systems or a discrete manufacturing environment

• Demonstrated electrical and controls engineering capability

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and engineering drawings

• Solid understanding of Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI programming

• Experience with enterprise and control network communications

• Knowledge of DCS/SCADA platforms

• Working knowledge of NFPA 70E electrical safety standards, including arc flash and shock hazards

• Proven ability to manage and support multiple projects simultaneously (1 3 projects)

• Demonstrated success managing projects in the $50K $200K range

Preferred Skills

• Experience driving continuous improvement (CI) initiatives

• Process control experience, particularly in utilities such as water and compressed air systems

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to identify and implement practical solutions

• Effective communication skills across engineering, maintenance, and operations teams

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $100,000 $125,000

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at all levels of the organization.