Electrical Controls Engineer IV

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. Lead moderate to large-scale electrical controls projects, providing technical direction and decision-making on complex engineering issues .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeTraverse City • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $132,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading electrical controls projects, with a strong focus on industrial control systems, instrumentation, and automation. Capable of providing technical direction, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and mentoring junior engineers.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Electrical Engineering5+ Years Of Electrical Engineering ExperienceIndustrial Control Systems DesignNational Electrical Code (NEC) KnowledgeProject Management And Coordination

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Hard Skills

Electrical Controls Project LeadershipControls Drawings And Specifications DevelopmentEngineering Studies And CalculationsTechnical Reviews And Compliance ChecksInstrumentation And Control Panel DesignCommunication Networks DesignControl System Architecture DesignProblem-Solving And TroubleshootingQuality Oversight And Technical GuidanceField Investigations And Design Verification

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsExcellent Written And Verbal CommunicationAbility To Work Independently And CollaborativelySelf-Motivated And Committed To QualityAbility To Manage Competing Priorities

Industry Keywords

ABET Accredited UniversityNFPA 70EAPI Recommended PracticesAGA Recommended PracticesEngineering Best Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead moderate to large-scale electrical controls projects, providing technical direction and decision-making on complex engineering issues
Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams to develop complete, high-quality design deliverables
Develop controls drawings, specifications, engineering studies, calculations, reports, and supporting documentation
Design and review industrial control systems including instrumentation, control panels, communication networks, and control system architectures
Perform technical reviews to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, client requirements, and engineering best practices
Interface with project managers, clients, vendors, and contractors throughout project execution
Execute project assignments as the discipline lead, subject matter expert, and engineer of record
Monitor discipline scope, schedule, and technical risks, supporting project teams in identifying issues and developing effective solutions
Provide technical guidance, quality oversight, and mentorship to junior engineers and designers
Travel up to 10% to project sites and client facilities for field investigations, design verification, and client meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited university
5+ years of related electrical engineering experience
Demonstrated experience with industrial control systems, instrumentation, and automation
Experience supporting projects through multiple phases including conceptual design, detailed design, and construction
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70E, API, and AGA recommended practices
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
Ability to think conceptually and drive projects from conception through implementation
Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to lead project teams
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and perform effectively under schedule-driven environments
Self-motivated with a commitment to delivering high-quality, technically sound designs
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Flexible work options
401K (6% company match)
Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability
Paid time off (PTO)
Paid holidays (twelve per year)
Tuition reimbursement