Electrical Engineer

SPECTRAFORCE; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Carrollton, Georgia seeks an Electrical Engineer II to troubleshoot machine control systems and enhance efficiency. The ideal candidate should have a specialized Electrical Engineering Degree with 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting, skilled in PLC programming and CAD. Responsibilities include designing and modifying control systems, collaborating on new system setups, and maintaining effective communication with team members. Embrace a collaborative environment with a strong focus on problem-solving and urgency.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical or electrical engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Competency in electrical control system hardware design experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions to machine control systems.
• Develops new and modifies existing PLC and/or HMI applications.
• Participates in the setup and commissioning of new systems.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical CAD

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Electrical Engineering Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Under the direction of the Manager of Engineering, the Electrical Engineer II troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions to machine control systems and makes recommendations to improve efficiency or address quality concerns.

Key Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions to machine control systems and makes recommendations to improve efficiency or address quality concerns
• Experience and proficiency with ladder logic/PLC programming, Siemens experience required
• Develops new and modifies existing PLC and/or HMI applications, interfaces, or embedded control systems.
• Participates in the setup and commissioning of new systems or the upgrading of current systems.
• Knowledge of AC and DC circuitry and electrical concepts
• Versatile in ladder logic and various PLC programming languages. Working knowledge of field control devices (motors, relays, switches, photoeyes, etc.)
• Designs, develops, maintains, and modifies instrumentation and control systems
• Start to finish electrical control system hardware design experience (control panel and field wiring).
• Competency in Electrical CAD
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Education, Experience, Skills:

Required:

Specialized Degree: Electrical Engineering Degree

Years of Experience: 3+ Years

Field of Expertise: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering in a Manufacturing Environment

Preferred:

Certificates: PMP

Preferred Field of Expertise: Prior Experience in a Rod Mill or Foundry

Other Preferred Skills, Licenses, and Certificates:

• Working knowledge of power distribution, networks, PLC, HMI, and drive hardware and software.
• Ability to read and create schematic drawings using AutoCAD software.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with Operators, Technicians, Management, and others.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Must possess a sense of urgency and ownership when working within time constraints.
• Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.