Electrical and Controls Engineer

Sharpe Engineering

$85K — $110K *
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 7+ years of experience in industrial electrical engineering and automation
  • Strong expertise with Rockwell Automation platforms (PLC/HMI/SCADA)
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and knowledge of electrical codes
  • Experience coordinating contractors for field commissioning
  • Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Valid U.S. driver's license required; passport eligibility preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead electrical design including schematics and panel layouts
  • Develop and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming
  • Create control narratives and functional descriptions
  • Oversee contractors during installation and commissioning
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions
  • Maintain electrical standards and support continuous improvements
  • Mentor junior engineers and promote safety and quality
  • Travel to client sites for installation and commissioning (20-30%)

Benefits

  • Paid time off (PTO) plus 10 paid holidays
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Life insurance coverage
Full Job Description
Sharpe Engineering & Equipment is seeking an experienced Electrical & Controls Engineer to lead the design, programming, and integration of advanced automation and electrical systems for food & beverage processing projects. This senior technical role will drive electrical design excellence, support commissioning, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, reliable, and high-performance solutions.

You'll work closely with project managers, mechanical engineers, contractors, and integrators to ensure every system meets client expectations and Sharpe's commitment to quality, innovation, and our Core Values: Integrity, Collaboration, Responsibility, Commitment to Stakeholders, and People-Centric Focus.
  • Key Responsibilities
    • Lead electrical design including schematics, panel layouts, power distribution, and motor control systems.
    • Develop and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming (Rockwell preferred).
    • Create control narratives, I/O lists, and functional descriptions.
    • Oversee contractors and integrators during installation, testing, and commissioning.
    • Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver fully integrated solutions.
    • Maintain electrical and controls standards; support continuous improvement initiatives.
    • Mentor junior engineers and designers; promote safety and quality.
    • Travel to client sites for installation support, commissioning, and field work (20-30%).

Requirements

What We're Looking For
    • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (required).
    • 7+ years of experience in industrial electrical engineering, automation, and controls integration.
    • Strong expertise with Rockwell Automation platforms (PLC/HMI/SCADA).
    • Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, UL 508A, and related codes.
    • Experience coordinating contractors and executing field commissioning.
    • Strong communication, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
    • Valid U.S. driver's license required; passport eligibility preferred.

Benefits

Sharpe Engineering offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and work-life balance. Our benefits include paid time off (PTO) plus 10 paid holidays, a flexible work schedule, and medical, dental, and vision insurance. We also provide short-term and long-term disability coverage, as well as life insurance, helping ensure peace of mind for you and your family.

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