Electrical Design Engineer (EPLAN)

BBS AUTOMATION BBS Management GmbH; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automation sector is seeking a Hardware Engineer to design custom machinery. The role includes sizing controls, creating diagrams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have an engineering degree and a solid background in PLC and HMI technologies. Benefits include health insurance, modern work environments, and opportunities for international work.

Benefits

Health and vision insurance

Paid time off

State-of-the-art equipment

Free onsite parking

Custom training programs

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in custom system design and automation.
• Proficient in Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Design hardware for custom-built automated machinery.
• Create electrical hardware diagrams and BOMs.
• Support creation of safety concepts.

Skills

Electrical design

Control system design

PLC programming

HMI design

Safety practices

Independent work

Team collaboration

Written communication

Knowledge of Eplan

Education

Engineering degree in electronics, electrical, or controls technology

Tools

Eplan P8 or 2022

AutoCAD

Job description

- Design of hardware for custom-built automated machinery and systems.

- Sizing and dimensioning of controls, measurement, and drive technologies.

- Creation of electrical hardware diagrams and BOMs in PDM system.

- Participation and support in creating safety concepts.

- Calculation of proper incoming and branch circuit protection.

- Calculation of wire sizing, with knowledge of Eplan.

- Creation of panel layouts and interface clarification.

- Development of electrical wiring schematics, flow diagrams, panel layouts, BOMs, organization of release packages, and schematic updates. Knowledge of Eplan is highly advantageous.

- Clarification of technical details with customers and suppliers.

- Participation in internal and customer design reviews, installations, and service calls when needed.

- Adherence to policies and procedures to maintain ISO9000 certification.

- Temporary takeover of the role as Main Responsible for Hardware Engineering within the project, if required.

Qualifications/Education:

- Engineering degree in electronics, electrical, controls technology, or equivalent with 5 years of experience in custom system design, automation, control system design, PLC, and HMI.

- Proficiency in Allen Bradley or Siemens PLCs, HMIs, servo control, and electrical design.

- Knowledge of electrical and controls engineering principles.

- Strong electrical aptitude, safety practices, and code knowledge.

- Experience with inverter, power electronics, and EMV technologies is preferred.

- AutoCAD experience for modifying electrical drawings and schematics.

- Experience with Eplan P8 or 2022 is required.

- Good knowledge of ISO, OSHA, cGMP requirements, and industry practices.

- Ability to work independently and in teams.

- Strong written communication skills.

- Willingness to travel or work extended hours when necessary.

Benefits:

- Health, vision insurance, and paid time off.

- 8-hour shift (Monday to Friday).

- Modern, air-conditioned workplaces with state-of-the-art equipment.

- Accessibility features such as ramps and lifts.

- Free onsite parking.

- Salary optimization options and flat hierarchies encouraging development.

- Regular employee events.

- Business mobile phones provided, depending on role.

- Custom training programs available.

- Part of the international Dürr Group, awarded as a top employer in Germany, with opportunities for international work and projects.

- Working with cutting-edge technology in a high-tech environment.