Position: Controls Engineer Location: Ashland, VA Duration: Full-time, Direct Hire Shift: 1st Shift Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 annually Job Overview: Join a leading material handling systems company in Ashland, VA, as a Controls Engineer. This office-based role offers an exciting opportunity to work on industrial motor control systems and overhead crane control designs. If you're passionate about electro-mechanical systems and thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, this is the perfect role for you.
\n Key Responsibilities:Electrical Design: Develop detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and control systems using AutoCAD Electrical for industrial applications.Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they meet deadlines, technical specifications, and budget requirements.System Development: Design, optimize, and troubleshoot AC/DC motor controls and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) for overhead crane systems.Collaboration: Provide technical support to both internal teams and external customers, assist in training control panel assembly technicians and apprentices.Procurement: Collaborate with the purchasing department to ensure timely ordering of materials and maintain project component inventory.Compliance: Adhere to NEC, UL, and industry standards in all design processes. Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Design, or a related field.Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in industrial motor control design; overhead crane control system experience is a plus. Skills:Strong knowledge of AC and DC motors, VFDs, and control system development.Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project).Familiarity with NEC and UL standards.Ability to handle multiple projects with varying technologies and deadlines.Excellent communication and organizational skills. Benefits:Health Coverage: Full health insurance coverage for the employee, with options for family coverage.Insurance: Dental, vision, life insurance ($15,000), short-term and long-term disability coverage.Retirement Plan: 401K with up to 25% employer match.PTO: 16 days of paid time off after one year of service, plus 7.5 paid holidays annually.Employee Stock Ownership: Participate in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and be part of an employee-owned company. Pre-Employment Requirements:Must pass a criminal background check (7-year felony + sex offender)Must pass a pre-employment drug test (10-panel test for recreational drugs and opiates)Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident (Green Card holder), or legally admitted refugee/asylee.
\nIf you're a skilled Controls Engineer seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today to take the next step in your career.