Lead Controls / Electrical Engineer - Magnet Systems

About the role

We are looking for a Controls / Electrical Engineer to take ownership of controls and electrical systems for a growing line of complex industrial equipment within our Magnet Systems group. This is not a narrow programming role. It requires a mix of controls, electrical problem-solving, and practical engineering judgment. This role will play a key part in shaping and scaling a standardized controls and electrical architecture for next-generation equipment. The right person will be comfortable operating in an environment with multiple inputs, limited structure, and a need to balance short-term execution with long-term improvement.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of controls and electrical systems for Magnet Systems equipment
• PLC/HMI development, integration, and troubleshooting
• Supporting development of a standardized controls and electrical architecture
• Diagnosing problems that may cross controls, electrical, and mechanical boundaries
• Working with customers, vendors, and internal teams to resolve issues
• Supporting both new equipment and existing installed systems
• Travel is required for startup, commissioning, and customer support

Requirements

• Strong experience with industrial controls (PLC/HMI development and troubleshooting)
• Ability to work across multiple platforms (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, or similar)
• Solid understanding of electrical systems (power, circuits, and troubleshooting)
• Ability to read and develop electrical schematics

Ownership & Work Style

• Takes full ownership of electrical and controls architecture and drives problems through to resolution with limited day-to-day direction
• Comfortable working in ambiguous situations with incomplete information
• Able to operate independently while coordinating with multiple stakeholders
• Able to represent the company professionally when working with customers and partners
• Willingness to travel and support systems in the field when needed

Nice to Have - Technical

• Experience with high-current systems, motors, coils, or power electronics
• Experience with SCADA platforms (e.g., Ignition)
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols and system integration
• Experience contributing to or leading standardization of controls platforms or electrical architectures

Experience

• Background in custom equipment, low-volume manufacturing, or system integration
• Experience working directly with customers or in field service roles
• Exposure to working with external vendors or international partners

Would Be a Plus

• Experience with magnetic systems, heating systems, or other physics-driven equipment
• Familiarity with simulation tools or modeling (electrical, thermal, or similar)
• Prior experience in a role requiring both engineering and field support

Pay

Commensurate with experience

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

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