Electrical Controls Engineer

Zekelman Industries

The Role

Overview

Develop, program, and maintain PLC/automation systems to improve plant safety and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

  • plc programming
  • automation maintenance
  • control integration
  • supplier review
  • safety management
  • bill of materials

Tasks

-Monitors plant systems and analyzes performance to support safety, productivity, and cost optimization -Reviews supplier proposals and bids, making recommendations based on technical and cost criteria -Assists with specifying and integrating control devices including PLCs, sensors, VFDs, relays, and HMIs -Promotes and enforces health and safety practices in compliance with ESA Code and company policy -Prepares bills of materials, requisitions, drawings, and specifications for approval -Studies site conditions and gathers data to support upcoming projects and improvements -Addresses mill and electrical safety issues in a timely and proactive manner -Supports shift work as required by plant operations -Programs custom PLC and drive solutions for Allen Bradley and Rexroth components -Leads or supports contractors and internal staff during construction, testing, and start-up phases -Maintains and improves plant-wide automation systems including PLCs and drives -Manages and documents changes to system software; communicates updates to relevant staff -Partners with maintenance and operations to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues

Requirements

  • plc programming
  • allen bradley
  • autocad
  • esa code
  • leadership
  • 8+ years

What You Bring

-Strong computer literacy and ability to document system changes accurately -Familiar with control system devices including sensors, transmitters, and VFDs -Regular, predictable on-site attendance is essential to the role -Proven leadership and troubleshooting skills in a manufacturing environment -Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills -Strong PLC programming skills (Allen Bradley) and HMI experience (PanelView/Wonderware) -Strong knowledge of ESA Code and related safety standards -Proficient in AutoCAD and capable of creating/modifying technical drawings -8+ years of full-time experience in a related electrical/controls role

Benefits

-Paid Vacation & Holidays -Competitive Compensation -401(k) with Company Match (Immediate Vesting) -Employee Loyalty Awards -Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance -Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities -Tuition Assistance Program

The Company

About Zekelman Industries

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Sector Specialisms

Construction

Manufacturing

Structural Steel

Pipe Manufacturing

Modular Building Solutions

Electrical Conduit

Fire Sprinkler Pipe

Galvanized Mechanical Tubing

Fence Framework

Steel Hollow Structural Sections (HSS)

Pipe Piling

Design and Engineering Support

Precision Drawn Over Mandrel (DOM) Tubing

Galvanized Steel and Aluminum Fittings

Multi-family Housing

Commercial Buildings

Student Housing

Military Housing

Solar Industry

Steel Tube Fabrication

Torque Tubes for Solar Arrays