Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 29 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth.
Join our Foth team as a Lead Electrical and Controls Engineer and partner with clients to introduce electrical and controls problem-solving and optimization. This role will be supporting a large client in the food and beverage market. You will also have the opportunity to gain exposure to our paper, consumer goods, or Serial 1 Automation markets. You’ll have the exciting opportunity to go onsite to client facilities, seeing firsthand how your work makes a true impact. This position will be supporting our client in the Indianapolis, Cincinnati and Daytona regions so living near this area is important. You will work remote from your home and travel to the client site. This role offers excellent career growth opportunities while being exposed to challenging and rewarding projects!
Primary Responsibilities: Provide technical hardware and software design leadership for industrial projectsDevelop design packages for bid and constructionCoordinate and execute design and programming of PLC/DCS, HMI, VFD and Servo Motion projects from hardware design and software integration through construction start-upCoordinate electrical engineering and lead design/CAD resourcesProvide hardware and software design for machine design projects in consumer products and general industrial marketsDevelop design packagesAssist in the development project related documentation including schedules, specifications, and cost estimatesGather data and provide installation, start up, and troubleshooting supportRespond to and support project and client requests for on-going controls troubleshooting, including ongoing support of production equipment (may include nights and weekends)Develop relationships and cultivate future work opportunities with clients and facilities as work is performed Travel to client sites and Foth office locations as needed for work (approximately 35% annually)Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a combination of two or four-year technology degree supplemented with equivalent technical training or experience10+ years of relevant engineering/design experience with exposure to manufacturing environments, including troubleshooting complex projects Required recent experience with the following: Rockwell Control Logix based PLC and FTView HMI hardware & SoftwareRockwell PowerFlex VFDs and Inverter duty motorsRockwell Kinetix Servo Drives and MotorsEthernet and Ethernet/IP NetworkingElectrical system design schematics and control panel layout designDeveloping construction and installation documentationSensing technologies and panel design/layout Producing engineering construction and bid packages in accordance with employer/client standards Flow control valves, damper actuators, P&IDs, loop configurations, DCS, thermocouples, level, flow, and temperature controls Preferred Qualifications: Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 24 months of your start date Knowledge of safety standards (ISO 13849-1 & RIA 15.06) and risk assessments Copy/paste the video link below in a new browser to watch/learn more about the Electrical and Controls Engineer role at Foth:
Why Foth:
Established Reputation: With over 86 years of experience, we are proud to be 100% member-owned.
Dynamic Culture: Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate.
Challenging Projects: Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development.
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