Electrical Controls Engineer

Description

At Steven Douglas Corp (SDC) we design and build custom, automated machines that are used in a wide variety of applications and industries. We work in a fast-paced, exciting, and highly technical environment where our team never designs the same machine twice and is often challenged with solving problems with no standard solution. We are continually investing in our people, processes, and technology to push automation boundaries and deliver innovative, robust machines.

Electrical Controls Engineers at SDC are collaborative, detail-oriented individuals that are responsible for developing and programming complete solutions for automated equipment according to customer and internal specifications. We are looking to add individuals with PLC, HMI, Robotics and Vision programming and machine design experience.

Why Join SDC?

Innovative Machine Design: At SDC, your primary focus will be creating detailed, functional machine concepts that align with customer requirements.

Collaborative Environment: Work closely with our sales, project management, and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of design and execution.

Family-Owned Culture: Experience a supportive and agile environment that values technical excellence and personal growth.

What You’ll Do:

• Design and develop innovative and advanced software and machine controls programs, including:

     - Electrical and control system design

     - PLC and HMI programming

     - Robotic programming

     - Industrial machine vision systems

     - Commissioning and troubleshooting of controls systems and programming

• Evaluate and specify hardware and software components such as panel components, power distribution systems, PLCs, motion controllers, sensors, robotics, and vision systems to meet project requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve machine controls hardware and software issues throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage assigned projects to maintain on-time and on-budget machine deliveries.
• Assist Mechanical Engineering team with development and cross-over automation technologies, including robotics, pneumatics, servo motion systems and vision systems.
• Support machine building process from assembly, de-bug and acceptance testing, potential on-site customer installations, start-up support, and customer training.
• Contribute to department initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, quality, and achieving shared goals.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechatronics engineering related field required.

5+ years’ electrical engineering experience.

Proficiency in control system design, PLC/HMI programming, servo control, and vision systems. 

• Experience with AutoCAD, Eplan, robotic programming a plus. 
• Preferred Platforms:
  • PLC & Controls: Allen-Bradley (preferred); Siemens, Omron, and Schneider experience a plus.
  • Robotics: Fanuc (preferred); Epson, Yaskawa, and Mecademic experience a plus.
  • Software &  Databases: Experience with Ignition, SQL databases, .NET, or C# programming is a plus.
  • Experience programming and/or using AI agents to create schematics is a plus.
• Strong decision making, communication, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to coordinate with a project team.
• Ability and willingness to travel to support projects, up to 10%.

What We Offer:

SDC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance with supplemental insurance options.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and 10 company-paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match per pay period.
• Company-sponsored Health Savings Account (HSA) and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

You’ll have the opportunity to work on a variety of exciting and challenging projects across industries, keeping your work engaging and impactful. Our company culture is built on integrity, respect, continuous learning, innovation, and teamwork, creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally. www.sdcautomation.com

Steven Douglas Corp is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and innovative workplace.