Electrical Engineering Tech
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 28, 2026. Smiths Group scores B on the Alion truth index.
TUTCO Farnam Custom Products is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer or Electrical Engineering Technology Graduate to join our engineering team in Arden, North Carolina. This position is ideal for recent graduates and early-career professionals from two-year and four-year engineering programs who want hands-on experience designing industrial heating systems, control panels, and automation solutions. The role includes electrical design, control panel development, CAD-based engineering, and support of custom-engineered heating products.
Duties
What You'll Do
- Design electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
- Develop and support PLC-based control systems for industrial heating and process applications.
- Create and modify PLC programs using industry-standard platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Emerson, ABB, or Mitsubishi.Configure HMIs, instrumentation, sensors, VFDs, and industrial networking components.
- Troubleshoot electrical control systems and assist with system testing and commissioning.
- Create and maintain engineering drawings and documentation using CAD software.
- Support product development from concept through manufacturing.
- Collaborate with customers, suppliers, sales, and manufacturing teams to deliver. innovative solutions
Qualifications
- Associate or Bachelor's degree (or equivalent combination of technical education and applicable industry experience) in:
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Engineering Technology
Mechatronics
Automation Engineering Technology
Industrial Systems Technology
- Related engineering discipline
- Understanding of electrical circuits, motor controls, and industrial control systems
- Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
- PLC programming experience through coursework, labs, internships, co-ops, or industry experience preferred
- Familiarity with HMI development and industrial communication protocols is a plus
- CAD experience preferred
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
Ideal Candidates
Students and recent graduates from local community colleges and universities who are interested in:
Industrial Automation
PLC Programming
Control Panel Design
Electrical System Design
Manufacturing Engineering
Process Controls
Product Development
Why TUTCO Farnam?
Work on real-world customer projects from design through production
Gain hands-on PLC programming and controls experience
Exposure to industrial automation, custom machinery, and thermal process systems
Career development opportunities with experienced engineers and technical leaders
Competitive compensation and benefits
Growing company supporting electrification, energy efficiency, and advanced manufacturing markets
Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to innovation in electrical engineering! We value energetic professionals who thrive on solving complex challenges through creativity and technical expertise while adhering to safety standards and industry best practices.
Apply today and help design the next generation of custom electrical and automation solutions at TUTCO Farnam Custom Products.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.
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