Electrical Controls Engineer – Dayton, OH
goodwinrecruitingDayton, OH
$115,000–$130,000 annual
APPLYElectrical Controls Engineer – Dayton, OH
goodwinrecruitingDayton, OHSenior L5
$115,000–$130,000 annual
Electrical EngineersElectrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and TechniciansElectronics Engineers, Except Computer
Engineering ServicesRelay and Industrial Control ManufacturingIndustrial Process Furnace and Oven Manufacturing
APPLY NOWElectrical Controls Engineer – Dayton, OHFull-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
- Siemens and Mitz systems 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
- 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 PTOTravel expense reimbursement
- Strong long-term growth opportunities in a technical, project-focused environment
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Level
Senior L5
Salary
$115,000–$130,000 annual
Location
Dayton, OH
Occupation
Electrical Engineers
Industry
Engineering Services
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