Electrical / Control Engineer (Mid-Level)

Location: Madison, Alabama

Salary: $80,000 – $90,000

Experience Level: Mid-Level (Approximately 5–8 years preferred)

Job Summary

A Japanese company is seeking an Intermediate Electrical / Control Engineer to support the integration, programming, installation, and troubleshooting of automated industrial equipment. This is a hands-on hybrid role that combines electrical engineering responsibilities with industrial automation and controls expertise.

The engineer will participate throughout the full project lifecycle, including electrical design, panel assembly, PLC/HMI programming, commissioning, onsite installation, debugging, and customer support. The ideal candidate will have experience with industrial automation systems, robot integration, and electrical controls in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Design detailed electrical wiring diagrams and circuits using AutoCAD
• Select electrical components required for automation projects
• Perform hardwiring, panel assembly, and field installation of electrical and control systems
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs and HMIs to meet customer requirements and sequencing standards
• Establish and maintain communication between robots, welders, and safety systems using hardwiring and industrial communication protocols such as:
  • CC-LINK
  • DeviceNet
  • CompoBus
  • CompoNet
  • ProfiBus
• Support system startup, commissioning, debugging, and equipment validation
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and company quality procedures
• Maintain accurate documentation for wiring, configurations, and control programs
• Provide onsite installation and technical support (approximately 20% travel currently)

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in industrial automation, controls, or electrical engineering
• Experience with PLC programming and HMI configuration
• Hands-on experience with installation, testing, and commissioning of industrial equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and automation systems effectively
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail
• Strong analytical and root-cause problem-solving abilities
• Self-motivated team player with strong communication skills
• Experience with FANUC, Yaskawa, or Motoman robots is a plus

Technical Skills

Experience with one or more of the following:

• Mitsubishi PLC
• Omron PLC
• Allen-Bradley PLC
• Siemens PLC
• HMI configuration and industrial automation systems

Education

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related technical field preferred
• Equivalent hands-on experience and technical training will also be considered