Controls Engineer

Description:

Kanawha Scales & Systems, a division of American Equipment Holdings, is one of the leading Industrial Weighing solutions providers in the United States. Over the years, our ability to grow and set ourselves apart from the competition is the result of a tried and true philosophy – take care of our customers and take care of our people.

We also believe that our people matter, which is why we are committed to providing our team members with competitive wages, attractive benefit offerings, and abundant training offerings. As one of the fastest growing companies in our industry, new opportunities are regularly available that enable our team members to develop, grow, and pursue their career passions.

We are currently seeking a Controls Engineer to join our KSS team in Poca, WV.

This position is open to candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States. We are not able to provide work sponsorship or support relocation from outside the U.S. at this time.

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing electrical systems, ensuring high-quality performance and reliability. This role requires collaboration with various teams and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The controls engineer will be responsible for electrical designing, responsibilities include-

• Design electrical systems, including layout drawings, schematics, cable and conduit plans, motor control center (MCC) specifications, and lighting designs
• Program and integrate PLCs (MicroLogix, CompactLogix, ControlLogix) and HMIs (RSView Studio)
• Set up, test, and troubleshoot control systems both in-house and at customer sites
• Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for installed systems—both remotely and on-site
• Collaborate with fellow engineers, project managers, sales teams, and panel fabricators
• Assist with equipment selection, cost estimating, and procurement
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and stay current with emerging technologies
• Travel domestically and internationally as required
• Perform additional duties as assigned by engineering leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Preferred experience in material handling systems or industrial weighing applications
• Strong problem-solving skills and a demonstrated eagerness to learn
• Solid foundation in electrical systems with practical troubleshooting experience
• Proficiency in creating electrical schematics using AutoCAD

Preference given to candidates with relevant experience; however, recent graduates with strong technical aptitude and initiative will be considered

Work Environment

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to physically perform repairs.
• Must be able to work safely in a noisy area with many odors present.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Good vision to inspect repair work.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Benefits and Bonuses

• Three Medical Plan offerings through Cigna
• FSA & HSA options for healthcare
• Critical Illness, Accidental, and Hospital Indemnity Plans
• Dental
• Vision
• STD & LTD
• Basic & Voluntary Life AD&D
• 4% Matching 401K
• PTO
• Company provided PPE

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

American Equipment Holdings is an organization of leading overhead crane and hoist, industrial weighing, and below-the-hook service providers in the United States. Together, our companies provide comprehensive solutions for everything related to customers' overhead crane and hoist, rigging, and weighing and measurement needs, including OSHA mandated inspections, preventative maintenance and repair field services, parts, engineering, ISO certified fabrication, new and replacement equipment, automated systems, system modernizations and training. American Equipment Holdings is one the largest and fastest growing companies in our space with more than 800 dedicated team members that serve thousands of customers throughout the United States.

Proof of right to lawfully work in the United States required.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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Location: Poca, West Virginia, US

Posted Date: 8/14/2025