Controls Hardware Engineer

Controls Hardware Engineer (Electrical & Motion Focus) Suwanee, GA About Us Located across the globe and with more than 45 years of experience, WSI is the industry leader in automated repairs for pressure equipment. WSI's industry experience, global presence, and best-in-class execution are key to delivering improved plant reliability safely and effectively. WSI has the mission to advance innovation for global infrastructure through specialized industrial technologies. At WSI, our people empower and define who we are. Our shared values are the foundation for building strong, trusting relationships with our employees, stakeholders, and customers. We're small enough for your ideas to make an immediate impact and large enough to offer you opportunities to grow professionally at any stage of your career. Job Summary We are seeking a skilled Controls Hardware Engineer to lead the physical design, schematic creation, and prototype assembly of our next-generation motion control systems. In this role, you will be the bridge between electronic component selection and physical execution. Your primary focus will be designing robust control circuits, mapping out industrial wiring architectures, and specifying hardware for PLC-based motion systems. This is a hardware-focused engineering role. While you will collaborate closely with our software engineering team, your principal responsibility will be the physical infrastructure: creating electrical drawings, designing panel layouts, and executing hands-on prototype builds. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Design and specify low-voltage DC control circuits, power distributions, and physical wiring topologies for multi-axis motion control systems independently suggesting solutions and identifying the information or resources needed to move the work forwardCreate comprehensive, production-ready electrical schematics, point-to-point wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts using industrial CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN)Lead the physical build, wiring, and hardware troubleshooting of initial prototype systems and test benchesEvaluate and select microprocessors, industrial controllers, sensors, motor drives, and safety interlocks required for high-performance motion applications researching and becoming proficient with new technologies as neededParticipate in and actively contribute to tooling design teamsWork effectively with a high level of autonomy while maintaining strong communication and collaboration across multiple departmentsProgress multiple projects and tasks based on schedule and budget commitments proactively identifying priorities, resolving obstacles, and escalating issues when appropriateContribute to plotting short- and long-term technology strategies for the business to support potential growth areas and technology differentiationProvide support as required to resolve technology deficiencies in the existing technology base including researching unfamiliar issues and developing solutions with limited directionProvide technical mentoring to less experienced engineering personnelResolve complex and unique technical issues and provide expert technical reviews and troubleshootingOther duties as assigned Education And Experiences BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field5+ years of experience in electrical design, industrial control panel design, or physical hardware engineering for automation/motion systemsMastery of industrial electrical schematic software (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, SolidWorks Electrical, or similar)Deep understanding of circuit protection, industrial wiring standards, microprocessors, and sensor integrationWorking knowledge of and adherence to applicable NEC, NFPA, and CSA standards, as well as applicable CE conformity requirementsProven experience with hands-on mechanical/electrical assembly, wire crimping, soldering, and troubleshooting physical hardware with multimeters/oscilloscopesWorking knowledge of robotics and arc welding and machining processes is a plusExperience in computer-aided tools used to design electrical control systemsExperience in design for high noise environment, a plusSupport field personnel in troubleshooting problems with existing systems PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS PLC Hardware Familiarity: Experience specifying and wiring components within B&R Industrial Automation ecosystems (X20 system, ACOPOS drives, etc.) is highly preferredCobots: Familiarity with collaborative robot integration, safety zones, and end-of-arm tooling hardwarePCB: (printed circuit board) design and layout experience. 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