Electrical Controls Engineer

mujin-corp.com; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mujin is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to drive innovations in industrial automation. This role involves designing advanced control systems and ensuring compliance with industry standards, with opportunities for hands-on involvement in cutting-edge projects. If you have a passion for robotics and automation, this position offers a chance to collaborate within a dynamic team to revolutionize production and distribution environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, system integration, or electrical controls engineering.
• Hands-on experience with safety PLCs and functional safety design.
• Strong understanding of electrical cabinet design and UL508A compliance.

Responsibilities

• Generate accurate electrical documentation using EPLAN.
• Design and program Safety PLCs and motion control systems.
• Provide expert remote and on-site support for deployed systems.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical design

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

EPLAN

Job description

Mujin is the future of industrial robotic systems in production and distribution environments. Our technology gives robots perception and awareness, enabling them to take on more advanced tasks. Our aim is to revolutionize the use of robotics within industry to free human resources from labor intensive tasks to focus on more intellectual challenges.

As an Electrical Controls Engineer at Mujin, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing control systems for our advanced industrial automation solutions. Your expertise will contribute to the seamless integration of hardware and software, ensuring the efficient operation of complex robotic systems. If you’re passionate about automation, robotics, and pushing the boundaries of technology, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects.

Responsibilities:

• Generate accurate and detailed electrical documentation for our systems and subsystems, including dedicated electrical enclosures, using EPLAN
• Collaborate closely with suppliers to ensure the manufacturing of electrical cabinets adheres to NEC (NFPA70), UL508/UL508A, and other applicable industry standards
• Execute the setup and configuration of various components, including industrial robots, demo cells, end effectors, cameras, lighting, compressed air systems, robot controllers, and vision systems
• Design and program Safety PLCs, HMIs, and/or motion control systems utilizing best practices
• Commission the Mujin controller and associated equipment at customer sites, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop control system architectures for material handling equipment and robotic applications
• Provide expert remote and on-site support for deployed systems, ensuring high uptime and technical performance
• Participate in functional safety risk assessments and validations, ensuring compliance with relevant safety standards
• Maintain high standards in documentation and troubleshooting for both development and customer support
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in industrial automation

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, system integration, or electrical controls engineering
• Industrial electrical design experience with the ability to generate and interpret electrical schematics
• PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation and/or Siemens)
• Hands-on experience with safety PLCs, safety relays, and functional safety design for robotic applications
• Knowledge of functional safety standards including ISO 13849
• Proficiency with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, TCP/IP, MODBUS, IO-Link
• Strong understanding of electrical cabinet design, layout, and compliance (UL508A)
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Up to 25% travel to customer or vendor sites, as required by project demands

Preferred:

• Preferred:
• Experience designing with EPLAN
• Background in warehousing/logistics automation, material handling, or robotic applications
• Familiarity with robotic arm programming, conveyor systems, sensors, and tooling
• Experience conducting or supporting safety risk assessments and validations

Physical Demands/ Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

●Travel Requirement: Up to 25%, domestically and internationally

●Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

●Regularly required to move about industrial warehouse and production environments, including climbing stairs, navigating around equipment, and standing or walking for extended periods

●Frequent exposure to mechanical and electrical systems, requiring the use of appropriate PPE and adherence to safety protocols

●Occasional lifting and transport of equipment or tools weighing up to 25 pounds may be required

●Ability to work extended hours as required

This Position Description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all supplemental duties, responsibilities, or non-essential requirements.

Mujin is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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