At Nammo, we're looking for an
Electrical Controls Engineer to help develop and support the automation systems that will power our manufacturing operations. This is more than a traditional controls role.
You must be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)This is an opportunity to:
- Help establish automation systems for a brand-new manufacturing facility
- Work hands-on with automated and semi-automated production equipment
- Support equipment integration, commissioning, and continuous improvement
- Collaborate with international engineering teams, including Norway
- International collaboration and travel opportunities
- Ground-floor opportunity supporting a major U.S. manufacturing expansion
- Join a growing organization with high visibility and long-term career growth
If you enjoy solving complex automation challenges, working in fast-paced manufacturing environments, and building systems from the ground up, we want to hear from you.
Unique Benefits Designed with Care- 4-day work week (Monday-Thursday, 10-hour days)
- Relocation assistance provided
- 401(k) with 6% company match
- 100% employer-paid employee-only medical plan option
- Employer HSA contributions
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
What You'll Do: Precision in Action Develop & Support Automation Systems
- Execute electrical control system design and implementation
- Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment
- Support automated and semi-automated production systems
- Assist with HMI development, machine integration, and controls troubleshooting
Drive Equipment & Process Improvements
- Identify opportunities to improve reliability, throughput, efficiency, and safety
- Support commissioning, startup, and validation of new equipment
- Collaborate with Mechanical, Manufacturing, Process, and Quality Engineering teams
- Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions for controls-related issues
Support Facility Growth
- Help establish automation and controls standards for a new solid rocket motor manufacturing facility targeted for initial production in 2027
- Coordinate with equipment vendors and integrators during design, fabrication, installation, and startup phases
- Support long-term automation scalability and operational excellence initiatives
What Dedicated Teammates Bring- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
- 3+ years of experience supporting industrial automation or manufacturing controls systems
- Experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment
- In depth understanding of electrical schematics, control panels, and industrial automation systems
- Experience working with PLCs and HMIs
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to manage projects and work independently in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Experience
- Experience with Eplan Electric P8 Advanced or Pro Panel E-CAD design tool strongly preferred
- Siemens PLC experience preferred
- Experience with Siemens TIA Portal, S7 PLCs, WinCC, or related Siemens automation platforms preferred
- Experience supporting automated manufacturing or assembly equipment
- Familiarity with industrial networking and communication protocols
- Experience with robotics, sensors, drives, or motion control systems
- Manufacturing startup or facility expansion experience preferred
Our Woking Conditions and Requirements - Must be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
- Must be able to obtain BATF approval to work with regulated products
- Ability to support manufacturing operations outside standard hours when needed
- Must comply with all company safety policies and procedures, including drug-free workplace requirements.
- Must be able to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout manufacturing facilities for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
- Must be able to work in environments that may include exposure to noise, fumes, dust, and varying temperatures within OSHA accepted standards.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds occasionally.
- Must possess adequate vision, hearing, and communication abilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as required.
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