Electrical Controls Engineer

Koester Corporation – Napoleon, OH 43545

Pay: $40 to $50/Hour, depending on experience and capabilities

About Us: Koester Corporation, located in Napoleon, OH, has been around for over 50 years providing engineering services and industry solutions to a wide variety of customers. We are actively seeking dedicated, self-motivated, and experienced Controls Engineers to join our Electrical Engineering department as a Project Engineer.

At Koester we take pride in being a solutions provider and look for team members who are ready to take on all tasks no matter how big or small, with a detail-oriented mind set. At Koester you won't just sit behind a desk you will own your projects from design all the way to on-site start up.

Essential Skills and Duties:

Design Projects in AutoCAD Electrical:

• Create comprehensive electrical drawings and schematics using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Ensure accuracy and adherence to industry standards in the design process.
• Collaborate with others on the engineering team to incorporate project requirements into the drawings.

PLC and HMI/SCADA Program Development:

• Develop PLC, HMI, and SCADA programs.
• Troubleshoot and debug programs to ensure optimal functionality.
• Stay updated on industry advancements in PLC, HMI, and SCADA technology to integrate the latest features into projects.

Project Management and Customer Interaction:

• Engage with clients to understand their electrical engineering needs and project specifications.
• Provide professional expertise and recommendations to create tailored design solutions.
• Foster strong client relationships through effective communication and collaboration.
• Track job performance, set project schedules, and manage project budgets.

Work with Our Panel Shop During Panel Build Phase:

• Collaborate closely with the panel shop team to oversee the construction and testing of electrical control panels.
• Ensure that panels meet design specifications and quality standards.

Travel to Job Site for Installation and Start-up:

• Conduct on-site visits to oversee the installation of electrical systems.
• Coordinate with on-site personnel and troubleshoot any issues that may arise.
• Facilitate the start-up process, ensuring all systems function according to design specifications.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Minimum of five years of Controls Engineering Experience.

· Four-year Engineering Degree.

· Competence in AutoCAD Electrical.

· Proficiency in using Rockwell or Siemens controls equipment and PLCs.

· Familiarity with HMI/SCADA software.

· Proficient use of normal electrical test measuring equipment.

Bonus Qualifications:

· Experience with Ignition software

· Experience with scripting languages such as VBScript, C, C++, python

· Experience with additional PLCs or SCADA systems

· Experience with SQL server or other databases

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour (Based on level of experience and capability)

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Dental, Health, and Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Vacations
• 401(k)

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, day shift (8-hour shift)
• Overtime opportunities available at Time and a half/ Double time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Engineering: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Napoleon, OH 43545: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person