Control System Engineer

Role: Control Systems EngineerLocation: West Chester, OHTerm: Direct HireSalary: $110,000 - $135,000 per annum.My client, a well-established industrial automation and controls engineering business, is looking to add an experienced Control Systems Engineer to its growing engineering team.Specialising in the design, integration and commissioning of custom electrical control systems and industrial automation solutions, the business supports OEMs and industrial customers across a range of industries. Its work encompasses PLC and HMI programming, motion control, electrical panel design and on-site system startup.This opportunity is suited to a hands-on engineer capable of independently taking projects from initial electrical design through to programming, commissioning and final handover, with limited oversight. The successful candidate will have the technical ability to develop control systems from scratch, troubleshoot complex issues and take ownership of project delivery while working directly with customers.The Control Systems Engineer role will involve:Designing electrical control systems from scratch, including AutoCAD electrical schematics, 2D panel layouts, component selection and detailed engineering documentation.Developing, programming and troubleshooting PLC and HMI applications, alongside configuring and programming VFDs and servo/motion control systems.Taking ownership of hardware and software design, ensuring solutions meet customer requirements, applicable electrical codes and relevant safety standards.Applying practical knowledge of UL 508A requirements in electrical control panel design, with EPLAN experience considered advantageous.Leading system startup, commissioning, debugging and troubleshooting at customer sites.Managing projects through the full lifecycle, from initial design and development through testing, installation and final handover.Working directly with customers to understand technical requirements, resolve issues and communicate project progress.Supporting pre-sales engineering, technical scoping, solution development and quotations where required.Maintaining accurate project documentation, managing design changes and ensuring projects are delivered within agreed schedules and budgets.The Control Systems Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience.Demonstrable experience designing electrical control systems and producing AutoCAD schematics and 2D panel layouts from scratch.Practical knowledge of UL 508A and electrical control panel design, with EPLAN experience beneficial.Strong hands-on experience with PLC, HMI, VFD and servo systems, including programming, configuration, debugging and troubleshooting.Experience with industrial automation platforms, with the ability to clearly demonstrate which systems they have developed from scratch versus modified or supported.Proven ownership of projects covering electrical design, programming, startup, commissioning and customer-facing troubleshooting.The ability to work independently, make sound technical decisions and deliver projects with limited supervision.Willingness to travel to customer sites as required, primarily across Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky, with additional nationwide support when needed.For more information on this opportunity, please apply or contact Jack Smillie for a confidential discussion.Many Thanks,Xpertis Talent