Electrical Controls Engineer

Design, develop and implement all aspects of electrical control systems related to equipment and machinery for the corrugated box industry. Responsible for the design, installation and technical support of PLC based hardware and software. Create project enhancements to existing HMI systems, monitor and troubleshoot equipment in the field. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is provided.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform design and engineering functions in accordance with accepted practices and company standards.
• Prepare project scopes of work, preliminary design concepts, and cost estimates for small projects. Assist in gathering field data and preparing project specifications.
• Documentation of system, software, and configuration processes.
• Designs, develops, and coordinates all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery.
• Program, simulate and test automated machinery and processes.
• Supports the Service Department with machine fault resolution and related controls. issues. Service needs may develop in the evening, weekends, or holidays and travel up to 30% to support installations, breakdowns and other service-related issues is possible.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science Engineering or related field required.
• Minimum five years’ experience with machinery or factory automation.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience designing industrial motor control cabinets for heavy machinery equipment.
• EPlan experience preferred.
• Knowledge of UL, CE, and/or CSA compliance preferred.
• Experience designing power distribution systems and drive/motor applications.
• Experience with modular machinery design and concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and accurately follow mechanical drawings and schematic diagrams.
• Experience with B&R, Rockwell/AB, GE, and/or Siemens and comfortable in ladder logic a plus.
• Network experience including the configuration and troubleshooting of industrial ethernet routers and switches preferred.
• Results oriented, product focused, excellent ability to work with people from different disciplines with varying degrees of technical experience.
• Ability to seek out information and research solutions to complex problems.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Individual judgment to create and accomplish personal goals.
• Detail oriented, with excellent organizational skills, along with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills.