Elect/Control Eng

Summary:

Oilgear designs and manufactures a wide variety of custom products and full turnkey electro-hydraulic solutions in various fields such as metal working energy and mobile applications. As a Controls Engineer you will work on custom controls projects from the initial design phase to in-house PLC software development through commissioning and final acceptance at our customers sites.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Develop industrial PLC control solutions to meet customer-specified requirements
• Select suitable system hardware such as PLCs HMIs and other industrial electronics
• PLC programming using primarily Rockwell Automation platforms (knowledge of other PLC platforms such as Siemens or Beckhoff is a plus)
• Develop operator HMI screens for customer specific requirements (FactoryTalk View ME and SE)
• Utilize control network technology such as Rockwell EtherNet I/P Siemens Profinet Ethernet and client-server database connectivity
• Design project specific control panels A.C. and D.C. power distribution for control systems (480VAC 120VAC 24VDC circuits...) operator control desk lay-out and wiring schematics.
• Regular reporting on assigned projects (execution progress planning cost and profitability)
• Perform in-house platform tests
• Commissioning of control systems at customer sites

Qualifications

Minimum:

• BSEE (Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering) Electrical Engineering Technology or Associates Degree in Electrical Technology.
• 5 years of working experience in an industrial field.
• Previous commissioning experience preferred.
• Extensive experience programming with Rockwell Automation software.
• Knowledge of I/O networks (ControlNet Ethernet I/P etc.).
• Knowledge of hydrauic systems is helpful but not required.
• Knowledge of Autocad Electrical is helpful but not required.
• Functional Safety and Safety Programming experience desirable.
• CAD Experience (AutoCAD Eplan Solidworks) would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of electrical controls legislation (NFPA or ULG familiarity).
• Basic knowledge of industrial standards and codes.
• Valid drivers license.
• Successful completion of a background check drug screening and driving record check.
• Ability to travel up to 20%

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

• Some work performed in a non-air-conditioned shop environment.
• Ability to work in harsh environments including rain snow heat and with heights.
• Ability to lift up to 35lbs.
• Exposure to noise dust odors and fumes in a shop environment.
• Bending stooping sitting standing walking and climbing fixed ladders staircases or man lifts to heights greater than 10 feet.

Training Requirements:

• General safety training.
• Oilgear safety and compliance training as well as any additional training required by customers.
• ISO 9001 and applicable processes and procedures.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

• Safety glasses.
• Steel-toe or composite-toe shoes.
• Gloves goggles shields aprons etc. as required for specific tasks.
• Hard hats (mandatory in certain environments such as forge or steel forming applications).
• Safety vests.
• Ear protection.
• Long sleeve clothing.
• Cut-resistant gloves.

Why Join Oilgear
As a leader in high-performance hydraulic solutions The Oilgear Company offers a collaborative environment where innovation efficiency and reliability drive every decision. We empower employees with ownership of their work and support ongoing growth through professional development and continuous improvement.

The Oilgear Company is an at-will employer.