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Senior Electrical Engineer
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description
CRG is an award-winning leader reshaping the future of industrial automation. Headquartered in Louisville, KY, our mission is to revolutionize manufacturing through advanced automated systems integration. We specialize in custom automated solutions including robotics, controls, material handling, packaging, welding, munitions and more in a variety of manufacturing industries. Recognized as TIME Magazine's Invention of the Year 2023 in Robotics, we pride ourselves on solving the industry's toughest challenges through creativity and collaboration. As a small but mighty team, we blend hard work with a spirit of fun, creating an environment where every contribution fuels innovation. At CRG Automation, your impact extends beyond the ordinary, driving progress in an exciting world of automation.
The Controls Engineer will develop electrical schematics, PLC programs, and intuitive HMI designs to effectively control automated equipment. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment, leading controls projects from conception through implementation.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Solve complex controls engineering problems from component to full system integration.
- Provide engineering expertise and technical support to sales, procurement, manufacturing, and field service teams.
- Collaborate closely with design and manufacturing teams to meet project timelines and ensure quality deliverables.
- Develop detailed schematics and panel layout drawings based on solid knowledge of electrical theory, industry standards, and best practices.
- Create organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable PLC ladder logic utilizing established programming standards.
- Design intuitive, user-friendly HMI screens that offer clear, effective machine feedback for diagnostics and troubleshooting.
- Contribute actively to the creation and review of machine documentation, including bills of materials, technical drawings, and operational manuals.
- Troubleshoot and debug electrical panels, wiring connections, and safety circuits as necessary.
- Perform occasional travel to customer sites for installations, commissioning, and technical support.
Qualifications and Requirements
- 3+ years of experience as an Automation & Controls Engineer or Robotics Engineer, specifically in deploying automated electromechanical systems in project-driven environments. Equivalent experience in closely related roles will be considered.
- Proven experience designing and implementing fault-tolerant systems with robust error handling and recovery capabilities.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
- Familiarity with NEC/OSHA safety regulations and standards.
- Proficiency with Rockwell Automation software tools (Studio 5000 Logix Designer, View Designer, FactoryTalk Optix) highly desirable.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required; familiarity with AutoCAD and SolidWorks Electrical is a plus.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- High attention to detail, quality-focused, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.
- Experience programming FANUC, Kawasaki, or Yaskawa robots preferred.
- Knowledge of SQL databases is beneficial.
The ideal candidate is innovative, detail-oriented, and passionate about advancing automation technologies.
CRG is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
This is a salaried, exempt position and we are proud to offer a competitive benefits package. The successful candidate will live in the Louisville, KY area and report to the Controls Engineering Team Leader and Director of Engineering. A pre-employment drug screen and background check must be successfully completed.