First Quality · 1 day ago
Electrical Control Engineer
Lock Haven, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expFirst Quality is a family-owned company that has grown significantly over the past 35 years, producing high-quality personal care and household products. They are seeking an experienced Electrical Control Engineer to design, implement, and upgrade complex control systems and software programming on production equipment, while also providing mentorship to junior engineers.
ConsumerHealth CareInformation ServicesManufacturingRetail
Hiring Manager
Kathy Thompson
Responsibilities
Collaborates with internal Engineering Teams, Maintenance and Production personnel, OEMs, vendors, and contractors to design, install, commission, and start up new equipment and process controls. This includes electrical and controls component selection and approval, electrical design approval, software assessments & modifications, machine acceptance testing and problem identification and resolution
Responsible for specifying and/or designing DCS’s, PLC’s, HMI’s, servo systems, motors, drives, sensors, vision sensors, and data collection systems based on the FQ controls standards criteria
Evaluates electrical equipment from multiple sources and recommends the best solution for use
Assesses, designs, and makes complex program modifications in DCS’s, PLC logic, HMI programs and servo controller logic to improve individual equipment and overall system performance
Performs high level troubleshooting, in-depth critical thinking, and utilizes all internal & external resources to solve any electrical, mechanical, or process problem. Leads & assists others in troubleshooting equipment, controls components and control programs
Works with internal MES team to develop and maintain machine data collection within the business
Leads small capital projects
Keeps abreast of new controls technologies, industry trends, health and safety regulations and standards that affect current operations
Proactively identifies opportunities to increase production operation performance. Initiates, leads, and oversees improvement projects through completion
Provides technical and operation training to Controls team, Production, Warehouse, and other personnel as needed. Shares knowledge and techniques with team members and coordinates the training of personnel to enhance troubleshooting skills
Demonstrates a sense of urgency with peers and operations personnel to maintain focused actions
Drives a zero-loss time mentality with team through continuous improvement practices. Keeping safety as the priority when making decisions
Provides direction and assistance as necessary for off shift/afterhours support
Collaborates with Maintenance, Process Engineering, Project Engineering, and Operations to define design requirements, design improvements, and install machinery and upgrades
Verifies communication of machine and process changes to all affected team members
Supports team with all key initiatives, special projects and provides exceptional customer service
Participates, facilitates, and leads communication in group settings and/or meetings
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in the following degrees or related degrees: Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering
Able to create and modify schematic drawings using AutoCAD software
Minimum of 2 years' experience with Industrial Controls Systems
Advanced knowledge of electrical theory and principles of operation
Advanced knowledge of PLC based hardware and software (Rockwell and Siemens), Servo Control, and HMI
Knowledge of Mechanical, Pneumatic, and Hydraulic systems
Formal Training in Functional Machine Safety and proper safe machine design through Safety Risk Assessment
Knowledge or formal training in Security in Automation (ISO 62443)
Excellent oral and written communication skills, computer skills, reasoning, and mathematical skills
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Strong experience with Microsoft Office (specifically Outlook & Excel)
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt (preferred but not required)
Root Cause Analysis Experience (preferred but not required)
Benefits
Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities
Paid time off (three-week minimum)
Medical, dental and vision starting day one
401(k) with employer match
Paid parental leave
Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)
Bundle of joy benefit (years’ worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)
Tuition assistance
Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums
Company
First Quality
Manufacturing Adult Incontinence Products, Feminine Hygiene Products, Baby Wipes, Adult Washcloths, and Consumer Paper Products.
5001-10000 employees
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2025-10-07
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