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Electrical and Automation Engineer - Laurel, MD

Laurel
MD
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Full Time
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Manufacturing
Job Description

Your technical skills and disciplined mindset built in uniform are exactly what this role demands. Step into a high-visibility engineering position where you'll own electrical and automation systems for a fast-paced food manufacturing facility — driving uptime, leading improvement projects, and making a direct impact on production every single day.

What You'll Do:

  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, motors, drives, PLCs, and control panels
  • Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar), HMIs, and SCADA systems
  • Lead and support electrical and automation projects including upgrades, new line installations, and equipment integration
  • Develop and implement control logic to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure consistent product quality
  • Conduct risk assessments, LOTO audits, and safety validations to ensure OSHA and food safety compliance
Requirements
  • Hands-on experience with industrial electrical systems, power distribution, and instrumentation
  • PLC programming and troubleshooting proficiency (ladder logic, function block, or equivalent)
  • Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (TPM, Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen)
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
benefits

Full Benefits Package - see attached

Medical

Dental 

401k/up to 6% match

PTO -accrued every 2 weeks 15 days first year

Job Information
Job Order ID
JO-1736
location
Laurel
MD
job type
Full Time
industry
Manufacturing
salary
$98-117,000
additional comp
7% bonus
Hours/shift
Day Shift
number of openings
1
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