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Electrical Controls Engineer Dayton, OH
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An Electrical Controls Engineer designs, develops, and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery. May be responsible for the installation and technical support of PLC based hardware and software.
$99,892 / year median in Ohio
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Electrical Controls Engineer - Dayton, OH Full-Time | On-Site | $115,000-$130,000 | Up to 30% Travel A leading provider of custom furnace systems and refractory solutions is hiring a full-time Electrical Controls Engineer to join their engineering team based in Dayton, Ohio. This role offers the opportunity to lead control system design, PLC/HMI programming, field commissioning, and provide hands-on engineering support for major industrial clients across North America. Key Responsibilities Create electrical schematics and enclosure layouts using AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical Program, test, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI control systems (ladder logic and white paper programming) Develop parts order sheets and support panel builds Travel to customer sites (up to 30%) for startup, commissioning, and technical support Work closely with project managers and engineering leadership to define scope and support custom builds Interpret electrical codes, perform arc flash calculations, and support internal safety standards Support the continuous improvement of product designs and documentation standards Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Minimum 3 years of hands-on electrical engineering experience 1+ years of AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical experience Experience with PLC logic, relay systems, and HMI development Working knowledge of 240V/480V single- and three-phase systems Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills Valid driver's license and willingness to travel up to 30% Comfortable working in both an office and industrial environment Preferred Experience Siemens and Mitz systems Arc flash calculations or risk assessments Combustion systems or heat-based industrial equipment Compensation & Benefits $115,000-$130,000 annual salary Full medical, dental, and vision coverage Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions 401(k) with 10% employer match Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability Paid holidays and PTO Travel expense reimbursement Strong long-term growth opportunities in a technical, project-focused environment