Electrical Controls Engineer - Staff

ALL Power Labs is working on biomass gasification systems, and this Staff Electrical Controls Engineer role supports the electronics and control hardware that make those systems run. You will help with electrical integration, control documentation, troubleshooting, and ongoing support of PLC/HMI and plant control software used in operational environments.

This position is based in Berkeley, CA (onsite) and is an hourly role offering USD 45 - 60 per hour, with an expected 10.0 – 20.0 hours per week.

Role Summary

The Controls Engineer supports development, documentation, electrical integration, and support of electronics hardware for All Power Labs biomass gasification systems. The work includes control systems documentation, integration activities during low volume manufacturing, troubleshooting, and PLC/HMI/plant control software support.

Responsibilities

• Support design, documentation, and troubleshooting of control systems for APL products across prototyping, production, and operational support stages.
• Document electrical designs, including schematics and manufacturing drawings.
• Integrate control systems during low volume manufacturing onsite in Berkeley, CA, following good build practices.
• Improve existing hardware designs to enhance manufacturability, identify cost reduction opportunities, and drive quality improvements.
• Audit designs for proper engineering, including component current ratings, material selection, and compliance with UL/CE and other standards.
• Support development of technical documentation for control systems, including software processes, user guides, training material, system improvements, and modifications and additions.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and identify modifications needed in existing applications to meet changing user requirements and business needs.
• Support the design and implementation of robust control systems for the gasifier, engine, thermal systems, and combustion control.
• Provide technical assistance for plant control software design, upkeep, and periodic maintenance, including PLC Programming, HMI Programming, Database Reporting, and Industrial Plant Control Networks.
• Provide technical expertise and recommendations when assessing new control requirements for projects to support and enhance existing client systems.

Required Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Process Control, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience developing industrial control systems in industrial fields such as Oil & Gas, Renewable Energy, and Material Handling.
• Experience with PLC systems.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in a hardware technology environment.

Technologies

• PLC Programming
• HMI Programming
• Database Reporting
• Industrial Plant Control Networks