Entry Level Electrical Controls Technician Jobs
New grad electrical controls technician jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio of PLC projects or hands-on internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Staffing & Recruiting, and Waste Management & Environmental Services, with employers like Jobot, Reworld, and KLA hiring at this level now.
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Job Summary
As an Electrical Controls Engineer, you’ll design, test, and troubleshoot electrical systems and controls for industrial and manufacturing applications. You’ll bring together automation, electronics design, and system development verification to help equipment operate safely and reliably. Your impact: By identifying and resolving control-system issues, you help manufacturing teams maintain dependable operations.
Job title: Controls Engineer
Job description:
The Controls Engineer is needed to support the Maintenance Department on the design, programming, integration, and commissioning of control systems for automated machinery. This is a hands-on role. You will own defined sections of a machine under senior direction, and you will grow into broader system responsibility as you prove out.
You will work on real customer equipment from concept through install, not just desk programming. Projects are automation machines, primarily for paper converting production.
Key Responsibilities
- Program and modify PLC logic (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, or equivalent) for machine sequences, I/O, alarms, and interlocks, following architectures set by the senior controls engineer.
- Build and update HMI screens, alarms, recipes, and operator interfaces.
- Assist with motion control setup and tuning (servos, VFDs, steppers) and with basic robotics or vision integration when the project calls for it.
- Wire-check, I/O check, and debug panels and field devices on the shop floor and at customer sites.
- Support hardware selection (sensors, actuators, drives, safety devices, networks) and keep drawings, tag lists, and programs current.
- Follow electrical and machine-safety practices (NFPA 70E, ISO 13849, UL) and our internal controls standards.
Qualifications
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
Pay: $80,700.00 - $97,300.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Job Summary
As an Electrical Controls Engineer, you’ll design, test, and troubleshoot electrical systems and controls for industrial and manufacturing applications. You’ll bring together automation, electronics design, and system development verification to help equipment operate safely and reliably. Your impact: By identifying and resolving control-system issues, you help manufacturing teams maintain dependable operations.
Job title: Controls Engineer
Job description:
The Controls Engineer is needed to support the Maintenance Department on the design, programming, integration, and commissioning of control systems for automated machinery. This is a hands-on role. You will own defined sections of a machine under senior direction, and you will grow into broader system responsibility as you prove out.
You will work on real customer equipment from concept through install, not just desk programming. Projects are automation machines, primarily for paper converting production.
Key Responsibilities
- Program and modify PLC logic (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, or equivalent) for machine sequences, I/O, alarms, and interlocks, following architectures set by the senior controls engineer.
- Build and update HMI screens, alarms, recipes, and operator interfaces.
- Assist with motion control setup and tuning (servos, VFDs, steppers) and with basic robotics or vision integration when the project calls for it.
- Wire-check, I/O check, and debug panels and field devices on the shop floor and at customer sites.
- Support hardware selection (sensors, actuators, drives, safety devices, networks) and keep drawings, tag lists, and programs current.
- Follow electrical and machine-safety practices (NFPA 70E, ISO 13849, UL) and our internal controls standards.
Qualifications
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
Pay: $80,700.00 - $97,300.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Entry Level Electrical Controls Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level electrical controls technician job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for hands-on familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, and basic control wiring, often gained through coursework, lab work, or an internship. A documented portfolio showing even a school or personal automation project gives you a concrete edge. Certifications like NFPA 70E electrical safety or a CompTIA industrial credential also signal readiness to employers who expect to train you on the job.
Which companies hire entry level electrical controls technicians?
Companies hiring entry level electrical controls technicians right now include Jobot, Reworld, and KLA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, manufacturers, systems integrators, and industrial automation firms tend to be the most active, as they typically have structured onboarding programs built around developing technicians from the ground up.
Are there remote entry level electrical controls technician jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site given the hands-on nature of the work. About 0% of entry level electrical controls technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be in controls programming, documentation, or technical support functions rather than field installation or maintenance.
Are these new grad electrical controls technician jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior electrical controls technician roles. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or co-op work in place of full-time history, or states that candidates with a relevant associate or bachelor's degree and a demonstrated portfolio of controls projects will be considered.
Which industries hire the most entry level electrical controls technicians?
Entry Level electrical controls technician roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Staffing & Recruiting, and Waste Management & Environmental Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because ongoing automation investments, equipment upgrades, and production expansion create a steady need for technicians who can be trained on proprietary systems from early in their careers.