Electrical Engineer
Company: Samco Technologies Inc
Location: Buffalo
Posted on: February 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: 75000-85000 Project
Engineer - Electrical Position Summary: In support of the Companys
primary and single most important objective, which isTO GET AND
KEEP PROFITABLE CUSTOMERS, this individual is responsible for the
design of low voltage power distribution, motor control, PLC
control, and network design aspects of SAMCO's custom water,
wastewater, and process separation solutions for industry.
Successes of the position are measured via the following key
indicators: Timely and accurate completion of electrical designs
for projects Successful coordination of design efforts with process
engineering and programming teams Compliance with safety and
regulatory standards, including NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and UL 508A
Development and maintenance of SAMCO's electrical design standards
and best practices Position Responsibilities: Development of
one-line diagrams and network architecture Specification of control
hardware, including PLC components, HMIs, VFDs, and network
components Creation of PLC-based control panel and low voltage
motor starter panel wiring schematics, panel layout drawings, and
bills of materials, either directly or by supervision of in-house
or outsourced design resources Raceway/cable sizing and routing
Coordination with project process engineering and programming teams
to provide a complete and functional system Support purchasing and
manufacturing activities related to panel and assembly construction
Perform or support factory acceptance testing and troubleshooting
Support field service team during system commissioning and startup,
which may include remote or on-site work Development and refinement
of SAMCO standards and documentation of best practices related to
electrical and control system design Travel requirements: Skills
and Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or
related field Minimum of 1 year of experience in electrical
engineering Proficiency in schematic drafting with AutoCAD (or
equivalent) Strong knowledge of motor power and control circuit
design Expertise in PLC-based control hardware specification and
power/control/signal circuit design Experience in industrial
networking design and specification (Ethernet, Profinet)
Familiarity with the application of NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and UL 508A
to process equipment control systems Hands-on experience with
wiring, testing, and troubleshooting low voltage power and control
wiring for process systems Experience with PLC program
troubleshooting and development Follow other job-related
instructions and perform other tasks as requested Working
Conditions: Standard office environment Field construction
environment Manufacturing/factory environment Physical
Requirements: Standard physical requirements for a typical office
environment Field/in-plant physical activities (e.g., climbing,
lifting, standing, and walking continually) Hearing and visual
acuity necessary to be aware of and manage safety hazards and
environmental issues in the manufacturing and field settings
Keywords: Samco Technologies Inc, Tonawanda , Electrical Engineer, Engineering , Buffalo, New York
