Company
Material Handling Systems
CraneControls&ElectricalSystemsEngineer
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“Crane Controls & Electrical Systems Engineer. Skills: Electrical system design for overhead lifting equipment, Motion control systems, Industrial automation, Commissioning and troubleshooting of automated systems. Design, integration, and startup of automated lifting and material handling systems. Create electrical designs for overhead lifting equipment”
What You'll Achieve.
Improving system uptime and efficiency
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting and analytical capabilities
Comfortable working in industrial environments, including elevated areas, Occasional travel to support projects or customer locations
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3–7 years of experience working with overhead crane systems (design, installation, or maintenance), knowledge of: Crane classifications and applications (CMAA), knowledge of: Motor control systems for hoist, trolley, and bridge functions, knowledge of: VFDs, soft starters, and protection systems, Ability to interpret and develop electrical drawings and technical documentation, Familiarity with conductor bar systems, festooning, pendant controls, radio remotes, and anti-collision systems
Nice to Have
Exposure to crane modernization or custom system design, Knowledge of advanced features such as load monitoring and sway control troubleshooting and analytical capabilities, Comfortable working in industrial environments, including elevated areas, Effective communication and teamwork skills
What You'll Do.
and startup of automated lifting and material handling systems
Create electrical designs for overhead lifting equipment
and wiring documentation
Perform calculations related to load handling
and system performance
Apply industry standards
Support installation efforts and assist with commissioning of new systems and retrofits
Configure and test drives
control interfaces (HMI)
and associated components
Validate system functionality
Investigate and resolve electrical and control-related issues
Assist with maintenance troubleshooting
Support upgrades and modernization of existing equipment
Ensure all work aligns with applicable safety codes and engineering standards
Participate in safety reviews and system assessments
Maintain accurate documentation
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with mechanical engineers, project managers, and technicians to execute projects; Provide technical input and guidance to operations and maintenance teams; Contribute to initiatives aimed at improving system uptime and efficiency
Communication Scope
Effective communication
Full Job Description
## Description Industrial Controls Engineer – Material Handling Systems Location: Ashland, VA (Onsite) Shift: Day Shift | Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire Pay rate: Starting at $39+/hour (DOE) Position Overview An industrial engineering team is seeking an experienced Controls & Electrical Engineer to support the design, integration, and startup of automated lifting and material handling systems used in industrial environments. This role combines electrical system design with hands-on commissioning and troubleshooting support. The ideal candidate will have prior experience with motion control systems, industrial automation, and heavy equipment applications. This is a fully onsite opportunity with direct involvement in engineering projects, field implementation, and operational support. ## What You’ll Be Doing System Design & Technical Development Create electrical designs for overhead lifting equipment including bridge, gantry, monorail, and workstation cranes Develop schematics, panel layouts, and wiring documentation using CAD platforms Specify components such as drives (VFDs), festoon systems, conductor bars, limit switches, and safety controls Perform calculations related to load handling, motor sizing, and system performance Apply industry standards including CMAA 70/74, NEC (NFPA 70), and ASME B30 Startup & Field Implementation Support installation efforts and assist with commissioning of new systems and retrofits Configure and test drives, control interfaces (HMI), relays, and associated components Validate system functionality and ensure alignment with design intent Troubleshooting & System Support Investigate and resolve electrical and control-related issues across crane systems Assist with maintenance troubleshooting, including motors, panels, and communication systems Support upgrades and modernization of existing equipment Safety, Standards & Documentation Ensure all work aligns with applicable safety codes and engineering standards Participate in safety revi
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