Electrical Controls Engineer
Electrical Controls Engineer
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Job Description
The Electrical Controls Engineer will be pivotal in the conceptual design component specification system hardware design and programming of advanced packaging machinery. This role involves close collaboration with engineers and technical staff while providing engineering support to field service technicians and offering technical training at client facilities as required. You will support existing products and work within the constraints of established methods and standards. The position may require up to 20% domestic travel with potential for international travel.
Company Culture and Environment
The environment is centered on teamwork and collaboration with an emphasis on innovation and problemsolving. Engineers are encouraged to work together on research and development projects supporting a culture of continuous improvement.
Career Growth and Development Opportunities
This role provides opportunities for professional development through technical training and involvement in diverse projects aiding in both personal and career advancement within the engineering field.
Detailed Benefits and Perks
- Up to 20% travel opportunities including international travel
- Technical training for professional development
- Collaborative projects that enhance learning and experience
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Health dental and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan options
- Generous paid time off policy
- Flexible working hours
Why you should apply for this position today
This position offers a chance to work on cuttingedge technology in packaging machinery while collaborating with a talented team. You will have the opportunity to directly impact product development and customer satisfaction making this role both rewarding and impactful.
Skills
- Strong understanding of electrical and electronic theory
- Proficient in reading and troubleshooting ladder logic
- Experience programming servo drives (AllenBradley)
- Problemsolving skills in design and engineering
- Ability to customize program features based on client specifications
- Strong communication and time management skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team as well as independently
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality
Responsibilities
- Conceptualize and design electrical controls for packaging machinery
- Collaborate with teams on R&D projects
- Provide engineering support for field service technicians
- Customize programming based on customer needs
- Conduct initial commissioning and debugging of machinery
- Create wiring schematics and program diagrams
- Support customer service with programming of replacement components
- Execute other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
- 24 years of relevant electrical design experience
- Proficient in CAD software for electrical design documentation (SolidWorks Electrical AutoCAD)
- Indepth knowledge of PLC hardware software platforms and HMI programming
- Experience programming AllenBradley PLCs or CODESYS PLC systems
- Familiarity with IEC programming languages
- Web development skills are preferred (HTML JavaScript CSS SQL Python Visual Basic)
- Valid drivers license with the ability to travel
Education Requirements
- Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Education Requirements Credential Category
- Engineering Degree
Experience Requirements
- 24 years of related electrical design experience
- Experience in capital equipment design and service
Why work in Elgin IL
Elgin offers a blend of suburban charm and urban convenience with access to beautiful parks cultural attractions and a strong community feel. The city supports a growing economy with various opportunities for professionals in the engineering field making it an attractive place to live and work.
Employment Type: FullTimeEducation Level: Bachelors degree
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities: (Hiring Companies ATS Questions):
1. Do you have a Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience in capital equipment design and service.
2. Do you have 24 years of related electrical design experience.
3. Are vou proficient in the use of CAD software for electrical design documentation utilizing SolidWorks Electrical AutoCAD or similar system.
4. Do with pyou have Indepth understanding of PLC hardware software platforms and HMI programming.
5. Do you have experience with Programming of AllenBradley PLCs or CODESYS PLC systems (Bosch RexRoth preferred Siemens Beckhoff etc.)
6. Do you have experienced in IEC programming languages Ladder logic Function blocks and Structured text.
7. Do you have Web development skills preferred HTML Java Script CSS SQL Python and Visual basics.
8. Do you have a Valid drivers license and ability to travel up to 20% including internationally.
9 Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.
Employment Type
Full Time
