Electrical Controls Engineer – Entry Level / Junior
IDj-7097
Job TypeDirect Hire
Remote TypeOn-Site
M-Team Solutions is seeking an Entry Level / Junior Electrical Controls Engineer to support the design, development, and commissioning of automated material handling and conveyor systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer looking to grow within industrial automation, controls engineering, and material handling systems. This is a direct hire opportunity with our customer in the Columbus, OH area.
The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation, a willingness to learn, and an interest in PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial electrical systems.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the design and detailing of electrical control systems for automated material handling equipment
- Create and modify:
- Wiring diagrams
- Control panel layouts
- Electrical device layouts
- Support PLC programming and troubleshooting for conveyor and automation systems
- Assist with HMI screen development and operator interface design
- Perform calculations related to:
- Control panel power distribution
- Conveyor cycle times
- Safe distance validation
- Support commissioning activities for PLC logic and HMI systems in both shop and field environments
- Assist electricians and installation teams with troubleshooting field wiring issues
- Communicate with customers, vendors, and internal engineering teams
- Participate in system testing, debugging, and startup activities
- Support engineering documentation and project coordination efforts
Qualifications
- 0–3 years of experience in Electrical Engineering or Controls Design
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred
- Familiarity with AutoCAD 2D required
- AutoCAD 3D or similar software experience is a plus
- Exposure to industrial control systems and automation equipment
- Basic PLC programming knowledge preferred, including platforms such as:
- Allen Bradley ControlLogix
- Siemens
- Mitsubishi
- Omron
- GE
- Exposure to HMI development platforms such as:
- PanelView
- GE
- PROFACE
- Understanding of industrial electrical systems and troubleshooting
- Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 79, UL 508A, OSHA, and ANSI standards is a plus
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced engineering environment
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
Additional Requirements
- Ability to travel to project sites as needed, including Canada and Mexico
- Must be available for overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays when required by project schedules
- Must be physically capable of climbing ladders/scaffolding and standing or walking for extended periods
