Electrical & Controls Engineer II

Job Details:

Job Location:

Corporate Headquarters
- Fenton, MO, Position Type:
Full Time, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Salary Range:
Undisclosed,

Travel Percentage :
Up to 25%,

Job Shift: Day, Job Category:
Engineering, Engineer II
- Electrical & Controls

Beckwood, headquartered in Fenton, Missouri, is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of custom hydraulic presses and automation equipment and is seeking an Electrical & Controls Engineer II to join our engineering team. This role is responsible for designing and implementing control systems used on various types of machinery. The employee will be accountable for blueprinting electrical cabinets conforming to UL508a, developing PLC programs, and designing HMI interfaces for equipment.

The employee must be familiar with advanced motion control, heat and pressure regulation, and data logging. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, comfortable instructing and assisting less experienced engineers with the critical competencies of the engineer’s role.

Beckwood offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Competitive salary
• Bi-annual bonus potential
• A team-focused culture with catered lunches, team-building activities, and employee engagement events
• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees:
  • Health insurance
  • Dental and Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • AD&D coverage
  • Parental leave
  • Flexible PTO and sick time
  • 401(k) with employer contribution

• Develop PLC programs using several different platforms
• Design intuitive and consistent HMIs using Indu Soft Web Studio and AB Panel View
• Create motion control programs using Delta RMC Tools and Yaskawa Motion Works.
• Integrate third-party controls such as oil heaters, robots, conveyors, etc.
• Develop HMI extensions using traditional programming languages (HTML5, SQL, VBScript)
• Design simple Industrial IT networks

• Perform initial start-up of new machinery and test functionality
• Tune PID loops used by motion controllers to optimize machine performance
• Occasionally assist with on-site commissioning or training (up to 10% travel)
• Test sub-system performance, such as heaters, load-cells, or third-party equipment
• Willingness to change system rapidly to meet customer needs

• Create prints used by electricians to assemble control panels using Solid Works Electrical.
• Ensure electrical designs are compliant with UL508a.
• Design safety circuits compliant with ISO 13849.
• Monitor budget to keep the design within quoted guidelines
• Create Controls Approvals document for review and sign-off by the customer
• Adapt to occasional customer requirements on hardware.

• Proof cabinet designs created by less experienced engineers or in peer review
• Share and communicate examples of code with other programmers
• Make sure all criteria are met by comparing specifications to design

• Work with shop leads during start-up of new projects
• Keep management informed of project progress
• Meet with customer to line-out details of control plans and sequencing
• Communicate with estimating and sales on potential projects

• Remote support during machine installation and warranty work
• Onsite support may be required for more complex machines

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, most commonly Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• 5-7 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• 7-10 years industry experience without a bachelor’s degree

• Looks at challenges in a unique manner and develops innovative solutions
• Develops new ideas to improve productivity, increase revenue, or control…