Senior Electrical Engineer

This position is responsible for designing, developing, and managing electrical and automation projects in a global manufacturing environment. Projects range from small, fast-turn initiatives to large, high-visibility efforts and must be delivered on time and within budget. The role requires a self-motivated engineer who is eager to learn, takes full ownership of projects, and thrives in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team setting.

Duties:
Including but not limited to:

• Design, develop, debug, and support safe operation of process and automation control systems.
• Create master plans, automation strategies, and software configurations, and troubleshoot complex system issues.
• Source, evaluate, and recommend vendors and automation components.
• Write, debug, and maintain multi-station PLC code, including development of device drivers.
• Program MMI devices and design associated interface circuitry.
• Determine power and load requirements and identify system limitations or restrictions.
• Design logic systems for sequence control, timing control, and overall machine functionality.
• Design and draft diagrams for cable connections and electrical layouts.
• Develop and maintain processes and controls for design verification.
• Create quality testing procedures and supporting tools.
• Work with the Engineering Manager to establish, enforce, and improve electrical design standards, change control processes, and documentation requirements.
• Take full ownership and responsibility for assigned projects from concept through completion.
• Identify performance issues on new and existing equipment, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
• Actively participate in brainstorming and whiteboard sessions for new designs and provide constructive critique of existing designs.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, software, and controls engineers.
• Perform or assist with equipment and material testing and validation studies.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 5 to 7 years of experience in the industrial automation industry.
• Strong knowledge of current electrical technologies and applicable codes and standards (UL, CSA, CE).
• Working knowledge of major PLC and control platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, B&R, or similar systems.
• Solid understanding of electromechanical relationships within complex automation systems.
• Experience contributing to and improving engineering procedures and standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent technical aptitude with strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of code compliance requirements and industry standards.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also contributing effectively in a team environment.
• Experience working in or closely with machine shop environments is a plus (welding, milling, turning, sheet metal).
• Knowledge and experience with 3D CAD software, with Autodesk Inventor preferred;
  Solid Works or similar tools also acceptable.

Disclaimer: Please note that we are unable to provide job sponsor ships, including, but not limited to, visas, corp-to-corp arrangements (C2C), or any other form of sponsorship for employment. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.