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Electrical Controls Engineer

Carrollton, GA 30119

Posted: 11/10/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm Job Category: Engineering Job Number: 634581 Is job remote?: No

Job Description

An Electrical Controls or Automation Engineer responsible for troubleshooting and resolving malfunctions to machine control systems and making recommendations to improve efficiency and quality concerns.  Experience with Siemens PLC's or Allen-Bradley.

Required:
  • Bachelor's Degree: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, BSEET acceptable. 
  • Years of Experience: 3+ Years in Electrical Engineering in Manufacturing Environment
  • Preferred Certificates: PMP
  • Experience with Siemens PLCs or Allen-Bradley. 
Preferred:
  • Prior Experience in the Wire and Cable Manufacturing Industry is a plus but not required.
  • Working knowledge of power distribution, networks, PLC, HMI, and drive hardware and software.
  • Ability to read and create schematic drawings using AutoCAD software.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with Operators, Technicians, Management and others.
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
  • Must possess a sense of urgency and ownership when working within time constraints.
  • Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Responsibilities:
  • Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions to machine control systems and makes recommendations to improve efficiency or quality concerns
  • Experience and proficiency with ladder logic/PLC programming, Siemens experience required
  • Develops new and modifies existing PLC and/or HMI applications, interfaces, or embedded controls systems.
  • Participates in set-up and commissioning of new systems or upgrading of current systems.
  • Knowledge of AC and DC circuitry and electrical concepts
  • Versatile in ladder logic and various PLC programming languages. Working knowledge of field control devices (motors, relays, switches, photoeyes, etc.)
  • Designs, develops, maintains, and modifies instrumentation and control systems
  • Start to finish electrical control system hardware design experience (control panel and field wiring).
  • Competency in Electrical CAD
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Pay: $100 - $115K
Excellent benefits including: 
  • 401k with Matching
  • Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision) 
  • Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays 
  • Long & Short-Term Disability 
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Employee Referral Program 
  • Tuition Reimbursement Programs 
  • Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities  
  • Parental Leave 
  • & More 
At The Planet Group, we connect Manufacturing experts with opportunities that match their skills, goals, and ambition. From fast-moving startups to global enterprises, we partner with top organizations across industries—giving you access to roles where your contributions make a difference. Explore flexible options including contract, direct hire, and contract-to-hire, all supported by a team that puts people first,
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