Electrical Controls Engineer

Company Description:

Claros Technologies is a venture backed, deep-tech company solving the worldwide challenge of destroying PFAS in the environment. PFAS remediation is rapidly becoming a multi-billion-dollar, global market and is at the center of regulatory action in the US, Europe and Asia that requires the removal of this carcinogen from drinking water, industrial processes and waste sites. Claros has developed a patented, scalable destruction technology proven to fully destroy 99.99% of PFAS in customers’ samples.

We are a diverse team of scientists, business-builders, and impact leaders committed to solving problems without creating new ones. The company has just closed a $20M financing round with leading environment venture capital firms, which provides the credibility and resources required to convert current pilot users into full scale commercial customers as well as to sell easy-to-identify prospects across the globe.

If you are a mission driven, highly motivated, positively aggressive Engineer, join us as we solve one of the greatest environmental challenges of our time.

Position Overview:

Claros Technologies is primarily focused on the research, development, scale-up, and commercialization of its PFAS destruction technology.

We are seeking an Electrical & Controls Design Engineer that will enable us to expand our technology and capabilities to further support our customers. The role requires a detailed understanding of industrial automation equipment and system controls (hardware and software) for the full line of the Company’s products. This position will assist with the design of electrical panels, schematics, and cable layouts for the development, improvement, and diagnostics of PLC programs and HMI’s. Field support and troubleshooting for piloting and commissioning will be required.

Essential Job Functions:

• Develop control system layout and wiring schematic drawings in AutoCAD (or equivalent)
• Develop HMI/PLC programs for support skids (pumps, actuated valves, instrumentation, and similar components)
• Work closely with vendors, both in specifying/selecting components and in project managing electrical panel providers
• Configure, load, and debug software (HMI and PLC)
• Assist in pre-power up checks and start-up routines
• Investigate and resolve issues related to electrical and controls package
• Crosstrain team members on basic configuration and troubleshooting tasks
• Provide remote assistance and/or field support during pilots and system commissioning
• Lead and assist control improvement projects for performance, optimization, safety, and reliability needs

Competencies & Skills:

• Strong technical know-how, with a jack-of-all-trades mindset
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal; experience in a customer-facing role a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills; ability to troubleshoot technological issues at partner sites as needed
• Ability to analyze data and make recommendations 
• Inquisitive mindset 

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering preferred, Bachelor’s degree with applicable experience will be considered
• Working knowledge of NEC (National Electric Code) NFPA 70 and UL508A for industrial control panels; IEC electrical knowledge a plus
• Minimum 3 years of industry experience (including working with electricians and contractors)
• Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Proficiency in the following areas a plus:
  • IEC programming language, 61131 standards
  • Allen Bradley programming software
  • CAD and/or Circuit Design Software
  • Network communication protocols – Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU

• Job Specifications

• Compensation: $75,000 - $95,000
• Location: In person at the Claros Headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 
• Travel: May be required periodically for purposes such as client site visits; not required on a regular or frequent basis.

Claros Technologies offers attractive salary and benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance, PTO as well as 401k plans and options.

For more information, please visit www.clarostech.com

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.