Electrical Controls Design Engineer

MCS Automation

Electrical Design Engineer specializing in control systems for material handling applications. Responsible for complete electrical design scope for control system projects from concept to documentation.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeWall • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop complete electrical design packages including power distribution one-line diagrams, motor control schematics, I/O wiring diagrams, control panel layouts, and field device wiring details using AutoCAD Electrical
Design control panel layouts and enclosure configurations in compliance with UL 508A, NEC (NFPA 70), and NFPA 79
Produce accurate, thoroughly self-verified schematics and panel drawings for use by fabricators and field installation teams
Create and maintain drawing numbering, revision control, and project drawing registers
Size and select electrical components including PLCs, VFDs, motor starters, safety relays, circuit protection devices, photoelectric sensors, proximity switches, and other field devices
Develop detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs) for control panels and field instrumentation
Define cable and conduit schedules, field device junction box layouts, and interconnect wiring drawings
Design industrial network architectures including EtherNet/IP topologies, DLR ring configurations, and managed switch layouts
Serve as the electrical design lead on assigned projects, coordinating with project managers and mechanical engineering throughout the design lifecycle
Maintain and contribute to internal electrical design standards, schematic templates, title block standards, and component libraries within AutoCAD Electrical
Identify opportunities to improve design efficiency, reduce material cost, and improve drawing quality.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET), or closely related field; equivalent professional experience considered
3–7 years of experience in electrical design for industrial automation or material handling control systems
Expert-level proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical — schematic design, panel layouts, BOM generation, and project file management
Solid understanding of low-voltage power distribution, motor control circuits, and field device wiring
Working knowledge of industrial control panel construction standards (UL 508A) and electrical codes (NEC / NFPA 70)
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and existing electrical schematics
Strong attention to detail with a disciplined approach to drawing accuracy and self-verification
Ability to manage multiple active drawing packages simultaneously under project schedule pressure
Effective written and verbal communication with internal teams, fabricators, and customers.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Professional development and training support
Collaborative engineering team with a strong project delivery track record

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Hard Skills & Tools

electrical designpower distributionmotor control schematicsI/O wiring diagramscontrol panel layoutsAutoCAD ElectricalBills of Materials (BOMs)industrial network architecturesPLC selectionVFD selection

Soft Skills

attention to detailself-verificationproject managementeffective communicationcoordinationdisciplineproblem-solvingtime managementteam collaborationadaptability

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering TechnologyUL 508A complianceNEC (NFPA 70) complianceNFPA 79 compliance