Electrical Controls Engineer

Leggettlogistics; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt Inc. is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to design, test and troubleshoot new components for the bedding division. You will design circuits, prototype concepts, and program in IEC 61131 while ensuring motion systems and servo sizing meet project goals.

Collaboration with manufacturing, purchasing and vendors will be essential. The role requires 2–3 years of electrical engineering experience, strong documentation skills and travel to domestic and international sites.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years Electrical Engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience in design, testing and troubleshooting of electrical controls.
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally and interact with customers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical circuits and build prototypes to prove concepts.
• Program in IEC 61131.
• Knowledgeable in servo sizing and selection.
• Knowledgeable in designing and programming coordinated motion systems.
• Perform engineering calculations.
• Create and revise detailed drawings and bill of materials.
• Ensure component introduction and change management activities are communicated.
• Perform board level and system level testing.
• Prepare test procedures and protocols for technicians.
• Document test results and generate high level summary reports.
• Work with manufacturing, purchasing, vendors, and other non‑engineering teams.
• Review product design for compliance with electrical engineering principles.
• Knowledgeable of UL, NEC, NFPA and CE standards and work with labs on certification.

Skills

Electrical design

IEC 61131 programming

Servo sizing

Motion control systems

Electrical testing

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

Job description

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for an Electrical Controls Engineer within our engineeringteam to help support our bedding business. Did you know we have been revolutionizing the sleep industry since 1883? That’s right! In fact, we hold the original patent on a spiral steel coil bed spring, filed way back in 1885. Since then, we have been an industry leader in guaranteeing you get the best sleep possible. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As an Electrical Controls Engineer you will have the opportunity to design, test, and troubleshoot new components. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by supporting the GSG/Machinery division. The team you will be working with is collaborative and innovative, and values challenging work and diversity of thought.

So, what will you be doing as an Electrical Controls Engineer?

• Design electrical circuits and build prototypes to prove concepts
• Program in IEC 61131
• Knowledgeable in servo sizing and selection
• Knowledgeable in designing and programming coordinated motion systems
• Perform engineering calculations
• Create and revise detailed drawings and bill of materials
• Ensure component introduction and change management activities are effectively completed and communicated
• Perform board level and system level testing
• Prepare test procedures and protocols for technicians
• Document test results and generate high level summary reports
• Work with others outside of engineering (i.e. manufacturing, purchasing, vendors, etc.)
• Review product design for compliance with electrical engineering principles
• Knowledgeable of UL, NEC, NFPA, and CE standards and work with Test Laboratories on getting product certified

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• 2-3 years Electrical Engineering experience
• Demonstrated experience in many of the listed responsibilities
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally, and communicate and interact effectively with customers and suppliers

Things we consider a plus:

• Hands on experience in troubleshooting servo systems, electro-mechanical systems, test engineering
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical departments
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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