ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

StaffWorthy; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an Electrical Engineer to coordinate electrical engineering projects within the Sheet Finishing Department. The role demands a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, relevant experience, and the ability to work in compliance with U.S. regulations. Responsibilities include leading projects, mentoring team members, and enhancing equipment reliability. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position involves mainly day shifts with potential off-hours support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering required at time of employment.
• Minimum of 1 internship, co-op, or relevant work experience.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical engineering projects from concept to completion.
• Analyze process issues using PI Vision and Data Link.
• Mentor employees to increase their knowledge.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI design

AC/DC drives

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Rockwell programming software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our company, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the ground transportation, aerospace, industrial, packaging and building and construction markets. In 2020, the businesses of the company's reported annual revenue of $5.7 billion. Through the ingenuity of our people and cutting‑edge advanced manufacturing techniques, we make products that meet quality, efficiency and delivery objectives to achieve customer success and shareholder value.

We have an immediate opening for an Electrical Engineer. will provide electrical engineering services to the Sheet Finishing Department to safely meet the company's business plan by providing support to production, maintenance, and engineering. In this role, you will serve as a critical team member in the efficiency, output, and quality of our processes and will be responsible for electrical systems safely integrated with manufacturing, along with upgrades of existing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all phases of assigned area electrical engineering projects from concept, scope development, written specifications, bid solicitations, design, manufacturing, equipment commissioning, and project closure.
• Lead and participate in problem solving efforts with multi‑discipline technical staff, maintenance and production.
• Use PI Vision and Data Link to analyze process issues and provide input to solve process problems.
• Create and develop electrical control solutions that will support process improvements and improve equipment reliability.
• Assist production and maintenance with equipment and process issues.
• PLC/HMI and controls redesign and upgrades of existing processes.
• Install and troubleshoot camera systems on industrial equipment.
• May mentor employees to increase their knowledge of equipment and process, when needed.
• While this position is a primarily day‑shift position, off‑hours support will be required as needed.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering (at time of employment)
• Minimum of 1 internship, co‑op or other applicable work experience
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., Green Card Holder;)&, Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience
• 1-3 years; experience with PLC; s, HMI, AC/DC drives & motors, measuring devices and ethernet cameras.
• Proficiency with Rockwell programming software (i.e.: RS Logix and Factory View)
• 3 years or more of experience in leading electrical projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Project programs