Controls Hardware Engineer

Ascent Aerospace

Full-time - Mid Level

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Controls Hardware Engineer will lead the design of automation control systems, ensuring they meet customer requirements, budget, and schedule. This role involves managing the hardware design process, including project budgets and schedules, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to specify and size control components.

Responsibilities

• Work with mechanical design team to ensure proper sizing of motors and drives, sensor selection, and space constraints.
• Utilize AutoCAD Electrical to build out electrical schematics.
• Manage the hardware specification, wiring diagrams, and installation of the automation systems.
• Provide direction on implementing wiring plan to electricians for panel build and field wiring.
• Responsible for providing all necessary information to the installation team to facilitate and expedite a quality installation of the control system.
• Coordinate and provide direction to equipment vendors regarding electrical hardware, design, and installation schedules.
• Utilize engineering knowledge to effectively communicate with customers and suppliers.
• Assist in the development of company standards to ensure consistency in project execution.
• Provide recommendations to improve metrics designed to enhance operation efficiencies.

Requirements

• BA or BS degree in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering.
• Minimum of 2+ years' experience in control system electrical design.
• 5+ years' experience with designing servo-controlled motion applications.
• Experience with Aerospace Automated Equipment integration is preferred.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD (AutoCAD Electrical preferred).
• Experience in controls hardware design, with any of the following PLCs: Allen Bradley, Siemens a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Excellent troubleshooting skills and root cause analysis capabilities.
• Ability to organize and maintain effective inventory.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power and distribution systems.
• Strong Computer skills and experience with MS Office Products and AutoCAD.
• Ability to analyze production specifications and integrate into electrical design with correct components.
• Proficient in MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project.