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Engtal · Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN | Hybrid / Remote Flexibility | Approximately 20-25% Travel
An established industrial automation and systems integration organization is seeking an experienced Electrical Design / Controls Engineer to join its engineering team in the Indianapolis area.
This is a hands-on engineering position focused on electrical controls design, PLC programming, and the integration of complex industrial automation systems. The engineer will work on a variety of customer projects, developing electrical designs, supporting controls integration, and taking automated systems from initial engineering through installation and commissioning.
The position offers significant technical variety, flexibility in working arrangements, and the opportunity to contribute to sophisticated automation projects involving multiple interconnected control systems.
Key
Develop electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and detailed engineering drawings using AutoCAD
Design and document electrical controls systems for industrial automation applications
Create and maintain bills of materials (BOMs) and supporting electrical documentation
Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs, primarily using Allen-Bradley / Rockwell platforms
Support HMI and SCADA development for automated manufacturing systems
Integrate PLCs, industrial networks, and electrical controls into complete automation systems
Work on complex projects involving multiple interconnected PLCs and control platforms
Collaborate with mechanical engineers, controls engineers, and other technical disciplines throughout project execution
Support equipment installation, system testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning
Assist with controls modernization and upgrades to existing industrial automation systems
Troubleshoot electrical, PLC, and communication issues during system integration and startup
Work directly with customers to understand project requirements and resolve technical challenges
Support projects from initial design through final implementation and customer handoff
Travel to customer facilities for equipment startup, commissioning, and technical support as required
Strong experience developing electrical schematics and control system drawings using AutoCAD
Experience with industrial control panels, electrical components, and bills of materials
Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLC systems strongly preferred
Understanding of PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial automation architecture
Familiarity with industrial networking and communication protocols
Ability to interpret and modify electrical drawings and controls documentation
Strong understanding of electrical controls hardware and industrial automation systems
Experience working on complete automation projects rather than exclusively supporting plant maintenance
Ability to work independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams
Comfortable interacting directly with customers and supporting equipment at customer facilities
AutoCAD Electrical
Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLCs
Siemens PLCs
FactoryTalk View
Ignition
Wonderware
Emulate3D
HMI / SCADA Development
Electrical Panel Design
Industrial Networking
Material Handling Automation
Multi-PLC System Integration
Equipment Startup & Commissioning
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Work on technically complex automation projects involving sophisticated controls systems
Gain exposure to a variety of industrial manufacturing applications and customer environments
Take projects from electrical design and controls development through installation and commissioning
Work with advanced PLC/HMI systems and interconnected industrial automation platforms
Maintain hands-on involvement in both electrical engineering and controls integration
Work with an experienced engineering team on large-scale industrial automation projects
Gain exposure to both new automation installations and controls modernization projects
Take meaningful ownership of engineering responsibilities and technical decisions
Work on project-based engineering rather than repetitive plant maintenance
Opportunity to develop additional expertise in controls programming, system integration, and commissioning
Hourly compensation structure with overtime opportunities
Flexible working arrangements outside of customer-site project requirements
This opportunity is particularly well-suited to an Electrical Design / Controls Engineer who enjoys complex industrial automation projects, has strong electrical design experience, and wants to remain involved throughout the complete engineering lifecycle, from initial design through system integration and commissioning.
Interested in Learning More?
J.hanson@engtal.com
Details
| Company | Engtal |
| Location | Indianapolis |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | Full-time |