Electrical Engineer

barrywehmiller; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to design and analyze highly complex electrical equipment for manufacturing environments.

You will test, debug, and optimize hardware, prepare CAD layouts and schematics, and support field teams at customer sites. A strong background in power electronics and leadership is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• Typically 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and mechanical layouts.
• Knowledge of EMC/EMI standards and CE/UL/CSA compliance.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design/alteration of highly complex electrical equipment.
• Test and debug complex equipment to isolate defects.
• Prepare layouts using CAD tools.
• Prepare schematics, drawings and BOMs.
• Provide engineering support to manufacturing/assembly teams.

Skills

Circuit theory & analysis

High-speed digital circuit design

Mixed signal / analog design

Power electronics

Schematic creation

PCB layouts

CAD tools

Leadership skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

CAD software

PCB design tools

Circuit simulation tools

Job description

About Us:

BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers - every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers. For more information, visit bwpapersystems.com.

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description:

Perform Electrical design, technical analysis and/or resolution of engineering problems with consideration of manufacturing feasibility, cost, and operation

Essential Functions:

• Design/alteration of highly complex electrical equipment
• Test and debug highly complex equipment to isolate defects
• Prepare layouts using CAD tools
• Evaluation of highly complex designs; make engineering changes
• Evaluate new parts
• Prepare schematics, detailed drawings and bills of material (BOM)
• Provide expertise and support manufacturing/assembly teams
• Manage and maintain project file
• Travel to customer site to provide expertise and support field teams with technical assistance as required
• Leads, coaches, or mentors less experienced team members
• May act as a supervisor to the team
• Other duties as assigned

Job Specifications:

• Must be able to perform all level 4 duties competently
• Must have core power electronics skills: Circuit theory and analysis
• High-speed digital circuit design
• Mixed signal / Analog circuit design
• Use of Semiconductor devices in designs
• Creating schematics using design software
• Creating PCB layouts using design software
• Circuit simulations and analysis
• Testing and debugging of prototype circuits
• Microcontroller and DSP interfacing and programming
• FPGA programming and implementation
• Modern and Classical control theory
• Instrumentation for validation of PCB designs and Power Electronic Components
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations such as EMC/EMI compliance
• Knowledge of CE, UL or CSA standards
• Experience with power electronics
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and mechanical assembly layouts
• Advanced knowledge of CAD and engineering systems
• Strong logical and reasoning abilities
• Problem-solving ability
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing methods; electrical design and project management
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in customer's facility and manage that relationship
• Ability to work with senior leadership and offer solutions
• Leadership skills

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
• Typically has 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering

Supervisory/Responsibility:

Role reports to Engineering Supervisor, Engineering Manager or Principal Electrical Engineer; may lead an engineering project team

Work Environment:

• This is an office position associated with a manufacturing facility. Although the employee may spend a portion of his/her time in the office area, the employee's essential job duties also require the employee to spend a portion of his/her time in the manufacturing area. The employee must be able to correctly wear and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by the employer when in the manufacturing area.

Physical Demands:

This role requires the constant use of standard office equipment; visual and mental focus; light lifting may be required in order to inspect goods; regular travel is expected.

Position Type:

This is a regular, full-time position with the understanding that a regular workweek will require extended days and hours as needed to meet business needs.

Travel:

Regular domestic and/or global travel is required for this position.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It's not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job. This job description is subject to change at any time.

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work-therefore, people from all backgroun