A Talascend client is seeking an Electrical & Automation Engineer for a Direct Hire opportunity in Salem Ohio. This is a Hybrid role with an exceptional benefit package to include: low-cost medical coverage, 401-K match up to 6%, wellness incentive program, up to 25% annual bonus and much more! Schedule: • Hybrid, 9/80 schedule. • Work from home on Mondays and Friday. • Tuesday-Thursday is onsite in Salem. • Workdays are 9 ½ hour days Monday-Thursday, and they are off every other Friday. • Core hours are 9AM-3PM, you are able to adjust your schedule earlier or later based on their preference, as long as they are working during core hours. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Lead the engineering and execution of control systems for continuous galvanizing/annealing lines, roller hearth or heat treat furnaces • Supervise and coordinate with system integrators, vendors, and internal teams to meet project goals • Support P&ID development and maintain comprehensive documentation including motor lists, component lists, I/O lists, logic drawings, and functional descriptions • Collaborate with Process Engineering for valve, actuator, sensor selection for process systems • Select and integrate Safety PLCs and Safety I/O while implementing combustion and safety interlocks, ensuring full compliance with burner/combustion safety standards such as NFPA 86. • Design, implement, and tune PID control loops for temperature, pressure, flow, and atmosphere control • Verify and check detailed electrical schematics and panels • Ability to review and redline drawings for electrical standards and best practices: according to company standards and NFPA 79, UL508A, NEC • Utilize AutoCAD Electrical to design schematics and panel layouts, and specify MCCs, • VFD panels, remote I/O enclosures, and low-voltage power distribution systems, including wire sizing, breaker coordination, and SCCR ratings. Prepare installation documentation including manuals, to/from lists and interconnection drawings • Design and support SCR-based electrical heating systems and understand 3-phase heating configurations (Wye, Delta) • Develop purchase specifications, evaluate vendor proposals, and perform technical assessments to select the most suitable solution for the application • Lead and support in-house testing, field commissioning, and system troubleshooting • Perform site studies, attend sales meetings, and provide both remote and on-site support to customers Technical Skills & Tools • Deep understanding of process control, including • NFPA 86 Burner management & Class C Special Atmosphere Furnaces • Combustion Systems • PID tuning • Hydrogen/Nitrogen atmosphere systems • Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision or guidance • Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical, electrical schematic development, and panel design • Strong knowledge of PLC & HMI platforms: • Allen-Bradley (RSLogix, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk ME/SE) • Siemens (TIA Portal, WinCC) • Experience with Safety PLCs, safety I/O, and safety-rated devices • Familiarity with electrical standards and practices: NFPA 86, NFPA 79, UL508A, NEC EDUCATION: • Education: B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience ADDITIONAL • Travel: Up to 25% (site commissioning, studies, training, sales meetings) • Experience: Minimum 5 years, preferred 8-10 years #ind123 We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary. Background Check and Drug Screen may be required. A Talascend client is seeking an Electrical & Automation Engineer for a Direct Hire opportunity in Salem Ohio. This is a Hybrid role with an exceptional benefit package to include: low-cost medical coverage, 401-K match up to 6%, wellness incentive program, up to 25% annual bonus and much more! Schedule: • Hybrid, 9/80 schedule. • Work from home on Mondays and Friday. • Tuesday-Thursday is onsite in Salem. • Workdays are 9 ½ hour days Monday-Thursday, and they are off every other Friday. • Core hours are 9AM-3PM, you are able to adjust your schedule earlier or later based on their preference, as long as they are working during core hours. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Lead the engineering and execution of control systems for continuous galvanizing/annealing lines, roller hearth or heat treat furnaces • Supervise and coordinate with system integrators, vendors, and internal teams to meet project goals • Support P&ID development and maintain comprehensive documentation including motor lists, component lists, I/O lists, logic drawings, and functional descriptions • Collaborate with Process Engineering for valve, actuator, sensor selection for process systems • Select and integrate Safety PLCs and Safety I/O while implementing combustion and safety interlocks, ensuring full compliance with burner/combustion safety standards such as NFPA 86. • Design, implement, and tune PID control loops for temperature, pressure, flow, and atmosphere control • Verify and check detailed electrical schematics and panels • Ability to review and redline drawings for electrical standards and best practices: according to company standards and NFPA 79, UL508A, NEC • Utilize AutoCAD Electrical to design schematics and panel layouts, and specify MCCs, • VFD panels, remote I/O enclosures, and low-voltage power distribution systems, including wire sizing, breaker coordination, and SCCR ratings. Prepare installation documentation including manuals, to/from lists and interconnection drawings • Design and support SCR-based electrical heating systems and understand 3-phase heating configurations (Wye, Delta) • Develop purchase specifications, evaluate vendor proposals, and perform technical assessments to select the most suitable solution for the application • Lead and support in-house testing, field commissioning, and system troubleshooting • Perform site studies, attend sales meetings, and provide both remote and on-site support to customers Technical Skills & Tools • Deep understanding of process control, including • NFPA 86 Burner management & Class C Special Atmosphere Furnaces • Combustion Systems • PID tuning • Hydrogen/Nitrogen atmosphere systems • Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision or guidance • Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical, electrical schematic development, and panel design • Strong knowledge of PLC & HMI platforms: • Allen-Bradley (RSLogix, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk ME/SE) • Siemens (TIA Portal, WinCC) • Experience with Safety PLCs, safety I/O, and safety-rated devices • Familiarity with electrical standards and practices: NFPA 86, NFPA 79, UL508A, NEC EDUCATION: • Education: B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience ADDITIONAL • Travel: Up to 25% (site commissioning, studies, training, sales meetings) • Experience: Minimum 5 years, preferred 8-10 years #ind123 We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary. Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
See More Details >>Job Overview An Electrical Engineer with automation expertise is sought to lead the engineering and execution of control systems for continuous galvanizing/annealing lines, roller hearth or heat treat furnaces.
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