Igor Matusov
Electrical & Control Team Leader
Rishon LeZion
Summary
Highly skilled R&D Electrical and Control Engineer with extensive experience in electrical R&D activities, control panel design, PLC programming, and project leadership. Strong background in designing electrical modules according to global safety and regulation standards. Proven track record in leading machine readiness for global safety standards, supporting sub-contractors, and managing electrical and control aspects of engineering projects. Excellent communication skills, leading qualities, and the ability to work under pressure.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Electrical & Control Team Leader
Highcon
Yavne, Israel
02.2024 - 03.2025
- PLC programming for new and existing projects, ensuring scalable, maintainable, and efficient automation solutions.
- Manage all R&D activities related to electrical design and control systems, including hardware selection, schematics, and integration with mechanical and software teams.
- Own end-to-end responsibility for handling and resolving all control and electrical escalations from customer support.
- Drive collaboration between cross-functional teams to ensure smooth implementation of electrical and control systems in new product designs.
R&D Electrical Engineer
ZOOZ Power Ltd.
Lod, Israel
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Responsible for the characterization and execution of internal R&D projects, from concept to implementation.
- Designed, executed, and supported power energy storage systems, including integration with control and monitoring components.
- Conducted hands-on testing and debugging of analog and digital hardware at both board and system level.
- Planned and performed compliance testing for CE and UL certifications, ensuring full product conformity with applicable standards.
R&D Electrical engineer
Highcon
Yavne
01.2015 - 08.2023
- Responsible for all electrical R&D activities across the company, supporting product development from concept through production.
- Lead the design of industrial control panels in compliance with IEC 61439 and UL 508A standards.
- Define and implement control system architectures, including PLC, HMI, sensors, actuators, and communication protocols.
- Design and develop custom electrical modules, ensuring full compliance with global safety and regulatory standards.
- Manage and lead cross-disciplinary engineering projects, collaborating with mechanical, software, and QA teams
Electrical Focal Point. Engineering Department.
Highcon
Yavne
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Acted as the electrical focal point within the engineering department, overseeing all electrical-related aspects of ECOs, FCOs, and TCOs.
- Designed and developed automation jigs and test stations for full-module testing, including firmware development and hardware integration.
- Led machine compliance efforts to meet global safety and regulatory standards (e.g., CE, UL).
- Provided technical support and guidance to subcontractors, managing integration and electrical design reviews.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, compliance, and timely delivery of engineering changes
R&D Integration Engineer
Highcon
Yavne
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Led EMC testing for machines, including setup and operation of measurement equipment to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Planned and executed R&D integration experiments involving both electrical and mechanical systems.
- Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary teams to validate system-level performance and identify design improvements.
- Supported test documentation, root-cause analysis, and implementation of engineering solutions based on experimental results.
Electronics Laboratory Engineer
HP Scitex
Caesarea
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Performed testing and validation of newly developed analog and digital electronic boards.
- Repaired and troubleshot PCBs from production lines and handled Service RMA returns.
- Authored technical work procedures and documentation to support lab operations and production testing.
- Designed and installed custom computer images for embedded systems and test stations.
Senior Integration Engineer. Digital printing machine.
HP Scitex
Caesarea
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Support all outstanding technical issues
- Very good background in Nova and S-Class print heads
- Performed primary training for new employees, and advanced training for service engineers
- Worked with engineering and R&D department on ECOs implementation
Service Engineer
Nur Macroprinters
Lod
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Installed, maintained, and repaired industrial printing presses at customer sites worldwide, ensuring optimal machine performance and customer satisfaction.
- Provided technical support throughout pre- and post-sales phases, including troubleshooting customer product designs and process-related issues.
- Delivered on-site training and technical guidance to end users and local technicians.
- Collaborated with internal engineering and product teams to implement customer feedback and drive continuous improvement.
Control tower technician
Israeli Air Force
Sde-Dov, Tel Aviv
01.2000 - 01.2003
Education
Course - Siemens PLC Programming Course – S7-300/1200/1500
Ruppin Academic Center
Hefer Valley 09.2024 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
SCE – Shamoun College of Engineering
Ashdod, Israel 10.2003 - 06.2007
Practical Engineer degree - Computerization and control
Mekif Hei College of Engineering
Ashdod 10.1998 - 06.2000
Skills
Servo Drive System development and Integration
Experienced with Nidec Tools
Experienced with Siemens TIA Portal Configuration
Experienced with Beckhoff TwinCAT
AutoCAD Electrical Proficiency
OrCAD Proficiency
SolidWorks Modeling Skills
ERP Implementation Expertise
Advanced Microsoft Office Skills
ERP (Priority)
PLM Expertise
Personal Characteristics
- Good communication skills
- Leading qualities
- Results orientated
- Ability to work under pressure
- Assertive
- Pedant
Material Status
Married + 1
Recommendations
Recommendations and Diplomas will be forwarded on demand.
Timeline
Course - Siemens PLC Programming Course – S7-300/1200/1500
Ruppin Academic Center
09.2024 - 03.2025
Electrical & Control Team Leader
Highcon
02.2024 - 03.2025
R&D Electrical Engineer
ZOOZ Power Ltd.
09.2023 - 01.2024
R&D Electrical engineer
Highcon
01.2015 - 08.2023
Electrical Focal Point. Engineering Department.
Highcon
01.2013 - 01.2015
R&D Integration Engineer
Highcon
01.2012 - 01.2013
Electronics Laboratory Engineer
HP Scitex
01.2011 - 01.2012
Senior Integration Engineer. Digital printing machine.
HP Scitex
01.2009 - 01.2011
Service Engineer
Nur Macroprinters
01.2007 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
SCE – Shamoun College of Engineering
10.2003 - 06.2007
Control tower technician
Israeli Air Force
01.2000 - 01.2003
Practical Engineer degree - Computerization and control
Mekif Hei College of Engineering
10.1998 - 06.2000