Electrical Controls Engineer
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
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Electrical Controls Designer
Sweed Machinery | Gold Hill, OR (On-site)
Design custom industrial control systems. See your work built, installed, and used worldwide.
Sweed Machinery is a global manufacturer of industrial equipment for recycling, reduction, and material handling applications. Our machines are highly customized, our customer relationships are long-standing, and our engineering team plays a direct role in how our equipment performs in the field.
We’re seeking an Electrical Controls Designer who enjoys ownership, collaboration, and solving real-world engineering challenges—from concept through commissioning.
What You’ll Do- Design and develop electrical control systems for highly customizable industrial machinery and automated systems.
- Create and maintain schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and BOMs
- Specify PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and motor controls
- Collaborate with mechanical engineering, production, and customers
- Support installation and startup with troubleshooting and design support
- Ensure compliance with UL, NEC, CE and OSHA standards
- Continuously improve designs for performance, reliability, and efficiency
- 3–7 years of electrical controls design, automation or related field
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical (or similar CAD tools)
- Strong knowledge of industrial electrical standards and best practices
- Ability to interpret customer specifications and manage multiple projects
- Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Industrial networking protocols (Ether Net/IP, Modbus TCP, PROFINET)
- Exposure to SCADA, robotics, or Industry 4.0 technologies
- Understanding of Industry 4.0 trends and emerging automation technologies
- Competitive pay (DOE)
- Stable, growing company with global reach
- Hands‑on role with visible impact and design ownership
- Must pass a pre‑employment drug and health screening.
- Must be able to work safely in manufacturing environments.
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Employment typeFull‑time
Job functionEngineering, Manufacturing, and Project Management
IndustriesIndustrial Machinery Manufacturing, Electrical Equipment Manufacturing, and Measuring and Control Instrument Manufacturing
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