Mid Level Electrical Engineer

This position is responsible for designing and implementing control systems that optimize manufacturing processes and improve safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity. The role serves as a technical and project management resource to department managers, driving continuous improvement through data-driven analysis and cause-and-effect problem solving. This position oversees projects from concept through completion and promotes a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Duties:
Including but not limited to:

• Design, develop, debug, and ensure the safe operation of process and automation control systems.
• Manage electrical and automation projects from concept through completion, ensuring adherence to schedule and budget requirements.
• Create master plans, automation strategies, and software configurations, and troubleshoot complex system issues.
• Source, evaluate, and recommend appropriate vendors and components.
• Collaborate with the Engineering Manager to establish and enforce electrical design standards, design change control processes, and documentation requirements.
• Write and debug multi-station PLC code and develop 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, timing, and process control functions.
• Design and draft diagrams for cable connections and electrical layouts.
• Develop processes and controls for design verification.
• Create quality testing procedures and supporting tools.
• Take full ownership and accountability for assigned projects and outcomes.
• Identify performance issues on new or existing equipment, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
• Actively participate in brainstorming and whiteboard sessions for new designs and constructively critique existing designs.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, software, and controls engineering.
• Perform or assist with equipment and material testing and validation studies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 3 to 5+ years of experience in the industrial automation industry.
• Knowledge of current technologies and applicable electrical codes and standards (UL, CSA, CE).
• Working knowledge of major PLC platforms and control devices, including Allen-Bradley, Siemens, B&R, or similar systems.
• Strong understanding of electromechanical relationships within complete automation systems.
• Demonstrated motivation to improve engineering procedures and best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent technical, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of code compliance requirements and industry standards.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while thriving in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience working in or closely with machine shop environments is a plus, including welding, milling, turning, and sheet metal fabrication.
• Knowledge and experience with 3D CAD software, such as Autodesk Inventor (preferred), SolidWorks, or equivalent.