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Electrical and Controls Engineer-March 2024
Dallas
Mar 28, 2026
About Electrical and Controls Engineer

  Job Description:

  At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our incredible culture and will be empowered to support your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our deep well of experience and our responsibility to the future to drive improvements and innovation in our products. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

  The Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design, production, installation and commissioning of electrical and process control systems in support of GAF’s innovative manufacturing processes. The Electrical & Controls Engineer will report directly to the Manager, Field Technology, and will lead various projects at our manufacturing facilities throughout the company.

  Essential Duties

  Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  Design process control panels and automation systems including the specification and selection of enclosures, disconnecting means, circuit breakers, fuses, transformers and power supplies, PLCs and I/O modules, motor starters and VFDs, servo drives and motors, E-stop circuits, and other components as necessary.

  Design 480VAC power distribution systems in support of machine automation and control. Perform load calculations to define the appropriate size/capacity of components and wiring.

  Create layout drawings, panel schedules, single-line diagrams, and bills of materials.

  Collaborate with the Corporate Project Engineering and Corporate Process Controls teams to ensure electrical and control system designs are in compliance to GAF standards.

  Interpret and update existing “as-built” designs with field verification.

  Provide hands-on support for control system fabrication, factory acceptance testing (FAT), field installation/commissioning, and end user training.

  Actively engage in sharing best practices with peers and plant personnel

  Provide technical leadership for all field personnel in the areas of safety, quality, and performance

  Lead assigned projects and participate in cross functional corporate project teams.

  Create capital project scopes of work, cost estimates, and schedules for all assigned electrical projects.

  Produce preliminary design calculations, sketches, and bills of materials (BOM) take-offs suitable for estimating the total cost of work being performed on a project.

  Manage the design, fabrication, and installation of electrical/electronic equipment including electrical power distribution systems, PLCs, instrumentation, VFDs and servo systems.

  Collaborate with internal customers to direct the work of contractors and/or plant maintenance personnel for project installations

  Collaborate with local and corporate procurement teams to acquire all raw materials required for project completion.

  Physical Demands

  Keen vision to distinguish colors, discern patterns, and read small text

  Abilitytosit,stand,walk,kneel,reach,bend,climb,push,andpull.

  Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.

  Work is typically indoors in a climate controlled environment. May be subject to outdoor work in ambient conditions.

  Able to lift and carry up to 30lbs

  Under This Roof, We Require

  Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering from an accredited university.

  Minimum of 5+ years working in a Controls, Electrical, or Automation role in an industrial manufacturing environment.

  Demonstrated experience in electrical design, power distribution and controls integration to include advanced motion/speed controls (Servo, AC/DC drives, PLCs)

  Understanding of PLC hardware, communication protocols, and industrial field I/O.

  Knowledge and application of the current version of the National Electrical Code (NEC)

  High proficiency with electrical panel design, preferably with the Autodesk software suite

  Professional client relation skills are required to work directly with internal customer Engineering and Operations staff.

  Experience with Google G Suite

  Up to 40% travel

  Under This Roof, We Also Value

  Experience in the design, selection, and troubleshooting of Allen-Bradley products includingPowerFlexVFDs;ControlLogixandGuardLogixPLCs;Kinetixservodrivesand motors; and Studio 5000 and related programming environments.

  ProficiencywithRockwellAutomationsoftware:Studio5000,RSLogix500,FTView,CCW, and FTAC.

  Programming Control Ladder logic, instrumentation and various control device configurations, database configuration, and intuitive ability to program an otherwise difficult device.

  Experience in the development, installation and maintenance of data acquisition systems and HMI systems such as Wonderware (preferred).

  Demonstrated experience leading projects, including field supervision of installation and commissioning.

  Working knowledge of the NEC and OSHA regulations related to electrical safety.

  How We Protect What Matters Most

  Weofferawiderangeofhealthinsuranceoptionsthatincludemedical,dental,and vision for you and your family.

  Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.

  Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.

  Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.

  Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.

  We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.

  GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

  We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).

  Privacy Policy (https://www.gaf.com/en-us/about-us/privacy-and-legal/privacy-policy) CA Privacy Applicant Notice (https://www.gaf.com/en-us/about-us/privacy-and-legal/applicant-privacy-notice)

  With 130+ years in the industry, GAF is the leading roofing manufacturer in North America. As a member of the Standard Industries family of companies, we are also part of the largest roofing and waterproofing business in the world.

  Our communities help give our work meaning and the products we manufacture help protect what matters most. The shingles help to shelter the families living in the homes in our towns. The TPO helps protect what is under that hospital’s roof. In addition to quality products, we make sure they are installed by quality craftsmen and women. The full GAF portfolio of solutions is supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors.

  GAF continues to be the leader in quality and offers comprehensive warranty protection on its products and systems. Our success is driven by a commitment to empowering our people to deliver advanced quality and purposeful innovation and the desire to protect what matters most. ​

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