Engineering - Lead Electrical Controls Engineer

Shape your future at IEWC! As an employee-owner, you will be a valued team member, contributing to something bigger and gaining skills that will set your career up for hypergrowth!

Are you a problem solver, not just a problem fixer? Do you thrive on designing advanced electrical control systems and leading teams to deliver high impact solutions? We’re looking for a Lead Electrical Controls Engineer with a strong background in PLC programming, automation, and control systems, along with proven experience guiding and developing engineering talent.

This role offers the opportunity to work on complex industrial automation projects while providing technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and shaping engineering standards across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership – Provide day to day technical leadership for electrical engineers and designers, ensuring quality, consistency, and efficiency across projects.
• Control System Design – Lead the design and development of electrical control systems based on customer specifications, selecting components and defining testing methods.
• PLC & HMI Programming – Oversee development, troubleshooting, and optimization of PLC and HMI programs to ensure reliable automation performance.
• Technical Problem-Solving – Drive resolution of complex technical challenges and establish scalable, long term solutions.
• Compliance & Standards – Ensure all designs meet UL 508A, NEC, IEC, and internal engineering standards.
• Mentorship & Development – Coach and develop engineers through regular feedback, technical guidance, and career development support.
• Workload & Resource Planning – Assist in prioritization, delegation, and balancing of engineering resources across projects.
• Design Reviews & Best Practices – Lead Design Reviews and drive continuous improvement of engineering processes, templates, and standards.
• Customer Collaboration – Act as a senior technical point of contact with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to deliver best in class solutions.

What We’re Looking For:

• Expertise in Electrical Controls & Automation – Experience designing, programming, and implementing control systems for industrial applications.
• PLC & HMI Proficiency – Hands-on experience with RSLogix, Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal, or similar platforms is a must.
• Software Skills – Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or comparable design software, Microsoft Excel/Word/Outlook; EPLAN experience is a plus.
• Proven Leadership Experience - Experience leading engineers, mentoring team members, or managing technical teams.
• Strong Troubleshooting & Technical Aptitude – Ability to diagnose and resolve electrical and automation-related issues.
• Self-Sufficient & Detail-Oriented – Works independently with a high level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Effective Communicator – Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a professional presence when working with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Ownership Mindset - Takes accountability for team performance, project outcomes, and continuous improvement.
• Ability To Balance Ledership & Technical Work - Comfortable remaining hands-on while leading others.
• Limited Travel Requirement – Travel is minimal, only 10% of the time to remote job sites as needed.

Why Join Bevco?

• Work on cutting-edge automation projects in a growing industry.
• Join a team that values problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - As an employee-owner, you directly share in the success and long-term growth of the company.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

If you’re ready to apply your technical expertise in PLC programming and controls design while leading a team in a dynamic and collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

*The above represents the essential job functions that you are assigned to perform in your job.  If you are unable to perform these essential duties, please see Human Resources as IEWC may be able to provide reasonable accommodations against the ADA requirements.