Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Electrical Engineer to join our automation team, specializing in PLC programming and HMI development. This role involves designing, programming, and commissioning control systems for industrial automation projects, with a strong emphasis on user interface development and system integration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement PLC-based control systems for automated machinery and industrial processes.
• Program and configure PLCs using Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Block.
• Develop and customize HMI/SCADA interfaces for operator interaction and system monitoring.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams using CAD tools.
• Integrate PLCs with HMIs, sensors, actuators, VFDs, and other field devices.
• Conduct system testing, debugging, and on-site commissioning of control systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Provide technical support and training to maintenance and operations personnel.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and customer specifications.
• Maintain detailed documentation of control logic, HMI screens, and system configurations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in PLC programming and HMI development in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in programming PLCs and developing HMI/SCADA systems.
• Strong understanding of industrial automation, control theory, and communication protocols.
• Familiarity with safety standards.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and documentation abilities.
• Willingness to travel for system installation, commissioning, and support.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with motion control, robotics, or vision systems.
• Knowledge of database integration and data logging in HMI/SCADA systems.

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/yr. You will be eligible for a broad array of employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a defined contribution retirement (401k) plan, paid holidays, etc. Vitro's full benefit program will be reviewed with you in detail during your initial orientation. You will be a participant in the 2024 Vitro Cash Incentive Plan. On an annual basis, your package will have a target cash incentive of one month of your compensation. Payout will be based on achieving corporate, business unit and strategic targets mutually agreed upon and approved by Company, and pro-rated for your time in position. The Plan seeks to compensate senior leaders who can have a profound, positive effect on the Company's strategic, market and financial performance, and provides significant upside potential in incentive earnings if performance exceeds expectations. Your initial vacation allocation (negotiable).

This is a fully onsite position in Carlisle, PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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