Crane Controls Engineer

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Ashland, VA

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Job Description

Crane Controls Engineer

Location: Ashland, VA (Onsite)
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Starting Pay: From $39.00 per hour (Higher pay available based on experience)
Overtime: Not Available

Position Summary

We are seeking a Crane Controls Engineer to support the design, programming, integration, and troubleshooting of electrical control systems for overhead cranes and material handling equipment. This onsite role is ideal for an engineer with experience in industrial automation who enjoys working on both new installations and modernization projects while ensuring safe and reliable system performance.

Responsibilities

System Design & Engineering

Design electrical control systems for overhead cranes and material handling equipment.
Develop and modify PLC programs, HMI interfaces, and crane motion control logic.
Create and review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
Select and integrate VFDs, sensors, relays, safety devices, and other electrical components.
Ensure designs comply with CMAA, NFPA 70 (NEC), ASME B30, and other applicable standards.

Installation & Startup

Support and lead the installation, startup, and commissioning of crane control systems.
Configure, test, and troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, and industrial communication networks.
Perform system validation, operational testing, and performance optimization.

Technical Support

Troubleshoot complex electrical and automation issues on crane systems.
Provide technical assistance to maintenance personnel and field service teams.
Support equipment upgrades, retrofit projects, and control system improvements.

Team Collaboration

Work closely with project managers, mechanical engineers, technicians, and production teams.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts focused on reliability, efficiency, and safety.

Work Environment

Full-time onsite position in an industrial manufacturing facility.

Occasional travel to customer locations or project sites may be required.

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.

Minimum 5 years of controls engineering experience, preferably with overhead cranes or heavy industrial equipment.

Strong experience with:

PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar)
HMI/SCADA systems
Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
Motor control systems
Ability to design, read, and troubleshoot electrical schematics and control systems.
Experience with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP and Modbus.
Knowledge of crane motion systems, including hoist, trolley, and bridge controls.
Familiarity with CMAA, NEC, and ASME standards.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with crane automation, anti-sway technology, or load monitoring systems.

Background in industrial system integration and equipment commissioning.

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work in manufacturing environments and at heights when required.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

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