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Electrical Controls Engineer

Buford, GA 30518

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Applications / Sales Job Number: 49163442 Compensation: $80000-100000 / year

Job Description

Title: Electrical Controls Engineer
Location: Buford, GA
Hire Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Salary:$90K-$100K/YR.
Benefits: 401(k), PTO, medical/dental/vision insurance, disability and life insurance

Sterling Engineering is looking for a Electrical Controls Engineer for a leading automation solutions provider for 27 years, specializing in custom industrial control panel design and build. We take pride in our engineering-driven approach, quality craftsmanship, and commitment to exceeding customer expectations. 

Job Duties:
  • Design industrial control panels to meet UL508A / CSA 22.2 standards and NEC codes
  • Program PLCs, smart relays, HMIs, and VFDs (Siemens, Allen Bradley, ABB, Mitsubishi)
  • Select components, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and standards
  • Read and interpret project plans/specifications; prepare submittals and identify exceptions
  • Create and update As-Built drawings; maintain accurate documentation for design changes
  • Use EPLAN Electric P8 to create schematics, panel layouts, and bills of materials (BOMs)
  • Support project budgeting by reviewing and reporting costs
  • React quickly to supplier issues and project changes with alternative solutions
  • Communicate with customers to manage project flow, resolve issues, and meet deadlines
  • Build and maintain relationships with key vendors (Siemens, ABB, Mitsubishi, Eaton)
  • Provide accurate and timely project quotes
  • Perform field startups and commissioning as needed (0–5 days/month travel)
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (preferred)
  • 5+ years of experience in UL508A panel design, industrial controls, and/or programming
  • Proficiency with EPLAN P8, NEC, and UL codes for electrical panels
  • Experience with PLC/HMI programming (Siemens and Allen Bradley preferred)
  • Experience commissioning VFDs (ABB, Mitsubishi)
  • Knowledge of industrial communications protocols (Ethernet IP, Modbus TCP, Profinet, Modbus 485)
  • Strong skills in motor controls, circuit protection, and wiring standards
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
  • Self-motivated with ability to work independently and meet deadlines
  • Valid driver’s license required

Meet Your Recruiter

Naeomi Cervantes

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 

 As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you’ve got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now. 

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