Electrical & Controls Engineer II - Waterville, Ohio

We are seeking an Electrical & Controls Engineer II to support a large, complex manufacturing operation that runs 24/7. This role is focused heavily on controls engineering, automation reliability, and performance improvement rather than routine maintenance. The engineer will play a key role in both day-to-day plant support and longer-term capital and upgrade projects.

This position offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact on plant performance, safety, and automation capability while working closely with electricians, supervisors, and engineering leadership.

• Lead improvements that enhance electrical and controls system reliability and reduce unplanned downtime

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex PLC, HMI, VFD, and networked control system issues

• Perform root-cause analysis and implement long-term corrective actions

• Independently manage full lifecycle engineering projects, including scope development, justification, execution, and closeout

• Develop and maintain engineering documentation such as schematics, specifications, cost estimates, and commissioning plans

• Coordinate and oversee vendors, contractors, and external engineering resources

• Support plant electrical safety initiatives and compliance with NFPA 70E and internal engineering standards

• Implement controls upgrades, including replacement of obsolete drives and control systems

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to electricians and junior technical staff

• Communicate project status, risks, and performance improvements to plant leadership

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

• Minimum 3 years of electrical/controls engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

• Strong hands-on experience with PLC, VFD, and HMI programming (Allen-Bradley preferred)

• Experience supporting continuous operations (24/7 manufacturing environments)

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and project management skills

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