Controls Designer

Job Summary/Overview

The Controls Designer is responsible for designing and fabricating control systems based on technical drawings. This position develops diagrams using CAD.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, panel layout drawings, etc. using CAD.
• Create drawings from written and verbal specifications.
• Partner with engineers regarding project accuracy, design, standards, and design documentation.
• Complete project responsibilities within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Create bills of materials that include control enclosure, components, and wire.
• Act as a technical resource for internal and external customers.
• Participate on cross-functional teams to ensure the continuous, on-going improvement of processes, methods, productivity, and quality, while reducing costs.
• Resolve any engineering issues as they arise in fabrication, assembly, and service.
• Partner with production as a technical resource.
• Observe safety procedures and meet electrical codes.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• A team player that seeks input from others and contributes to the team effort to achieve a common goal.
• Attention to detail. Achieves thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task through concern for all areas involved.
• Ability to build relationships both internally and externally to support customer needs.
• Practice good housekeeping and appropriate measures to increase efficiency in a lean manufacturing environment as well as prevent negative impacts on the equipment.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and approach tasks with a sense of urgency.
• Knowledge of CAD and Microsoft Software.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate Degree or Technical school coursework preferred.
• 1+ year(s) experience with electrical systems or manufacturing experience.
• 1+ year(s) experience working with CAD Electrical preferred.