Senior Controls Engineer
Location: Sutherlin Oregon
Position Summary:
Our Client is seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Controls Engineer to lead the automation and standardization of control panel design and manufacturing. This role bridges engineering and business strategy by optimizing component selection automating workflows and supporting scalable product growth.
Youll champion the integration of tools like EPLAN EEC CPQ and Quoter while collaborating crossfunctionally to streamline engineering processes documentation and compliance. This position also plays a key role in product improvement vendor strategy and technical customer support.
Key Responsibilities:
Engineering Automation & Standardization: Lead deployment of EPLAN/EEC systems streamline control panel designs and maintain design documentation and quality standards.
Product Strategy & Optimization: Align control panel components with market needs. Optimize for cost performance and manufacturability. Support rapid prototyping and product launches.
CrossFunctional Leadership: Coordinate between engineering sales and manufacturing to align tools processes and product offerings with business objectives.
Customer & Sales Support: Serve as a technical advisor. Develop support tools and deliver internal/external training on panel solutions.
Compliance & Documentation: Ensure designs meet UL508A NEC NFPA and related standards. Maintain revision control and regulatory compliance.
Requirements:
Bachelors in Electrical/Controls/Automation Engineering or related field.
10 years in control panel design industrial automation or related roles.
Proficiency in EPLAN/EEC PLC/HMI programming and industrial control systems.
Experience with design for manufacturability cost analysis and supply chain coordination.
Strong leadership communication and project management skills.
Familiarity with cybersecurity standards and IIoT technologies is a plus.
Additional Details:
Tools Used: Multimeter hand tools shop equipment PC mobile phone.
Work Hours: Standard business hours; occasional extended shifts as needed.
Travel: Occasional travel for site visits and customer support.
Environment: Primarily officebased with occasional field exposure and PPE use.
Required Experience:
Manager