Electrical Controls Engineer
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Edina, United States
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Category
- Industrial engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now or in the future without employer sponsorship.
- Must possess a valid driver's license
- 3 to 5 years of related experience in development and implementation of automation, electrical design, schematics, control system integration, process instrumentation, Arc Flash, VFDs, MCCs, low volta
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEE/BSEET) from an ABET-accredited college or university
- Experience using AutoCAD
- Basic AutoCAD schematic drawing or electrical package development experience
- Experience with AC & DC motor drives, PLCs, HMIs, I/O hardware, MCCs, and industrial control networks preferred.
- Proficient in MS Office products
- Knowledge of industry codes and standards, specifically NFPA
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team
- Results-oriented and innovative
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
- Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and with deadlines
- Ability to visualize a process or system from concept to development
- Strong planning, organization, and decision-making skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Must be able to travel, both locally and overnight, approximately 20-25%
Full description
Electrical Controls EngineerABOUT US
Matrix Technologies is a 100% employee-owned engineering, construction, automation, and digital transformation company delivering full lifecycle solutions to industrial clients. From concept and design through construction, commissioning, and optimization, we help keep industry moving.
One Partner. Every Phase.
- Engineer It – Innovative engineering solutions
- Build It – Reliable construction execution
- Automate It – Advanced controls and system integration
- Optimize It – Data-driven performance improvements
More than 85% of our work comes from repeat clients, reflecting our commitment to quality, partnership, and results.
Guided by The Matrix Way and our core purpose of Enhancing People’s Lives…Every Day, we foster a collaborative, people-focused culture built on teamwork, growth, and employee ownership. As a recognized Top Workplace, we offer professional development opportunities, flexible work arrangements, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to share in our success.
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OVERVIEW:
Join our team as an Electrical Controls Engineer!
This is a hybrid role based out of our Minneapolis office in Edina, MN. The position is salaried and includes eligibility for overtime pay.
This position provides support on projects and includes a combination of both in-office work as well as on-site support. Project work varies across a multitude of industries, sizes, and clients. Electrical Controls engineers at Matrix work with our clients on multiple projects to solve their problems through the design of electrical control panels, MCCs, and VFD panels. The position includes designing low-voltage (typically 480VAC or less) systems for our client's automated processes. The position will work independently and as a part of a diverse team of multi-disciplinary engineers to solve problems and execute projects for industrial and manufacturing clients.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design and develop electrical controls packages based on the project needs and process design documentation (typically P&IDs).
- Strict adherence to both client and department established procedures, standards, and workflows.
- Application of the NEC standards related to project subject matter.
- Act as the point of contact between the electrical discipline, other internal disciplines, and the client throughout the design process to ensure that all of the client's needs are met.
- Develop PLC I/O schematics.
- Develop Panel Layouts and Bill of Materials for applications.