Electrical Engineer

Dart Container; Randleman (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid vacation

Job summary

Dart Container is seeking an Electrical Engineer to drive safety, quality, and efficiency across our manufacturing operations. You will design automated production equipment, develop electrical schematics, and optimize control networks to support installations and SOPs.

You’ll train staff, collaborate across departments, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. Mid or Sr level consideration based on experience; strong emphasis on motion and electrical control systems for high-output

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field; 3 years of related engineering experience.
• Experience designing, developing, implementing and troubleshooting motion control systems, including variable frequency drives and servo control.
• Experience designing, developing, implementing and troubleshooting electrical control systems such as PLC, relay logic, and control networks, production equipment automation, and industrial controls networks.
• Experience using and programming controls software.
• Experience using HMI and Ladder Logic.
• Experience with 5S procedures.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of products.
• Use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions.
• Ability to prioritize and organize projects with little supervision in team and independent environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design automated production equipment and create electrical schematics and control systems.
• Support equipment installations and perform power requirement calculations.
• Develop SOPs to elevate operations.
• Train production staff on best practices and collaborate across departments.
• Lead continuous improvement plans to enhance efficiency and safety.

Skills

Motion control systems

Electrical control systems

Controls software

HMI

Ladder Logic

5S procedures

Design of blueprints/drawings

Problem solving

Project prioritization

Communication (verbal & written)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

PLC programming

Relay logic

Control networks

Job description

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As an Electrical Engineer, you’ll be a key player in driving our success in safety, quality, and efficiency!

You’ll help us hit our Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company standards. Your project management skills will shine as you coordinate exciting new equipment initiatives with a talented team of engineers and technicians.

You’ll troubleshoot and implement innovative engineering solutions, design cutting-edge automated production equipment, and create vital electrical schematics and control systems. Plus, you’ll support equipment installations, perform power requirement calculations, and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that elevate our operations.

In this role, you’ll also train production staff on best practices, collaborate across departments to gather insights, and lead continuous improvement plans that enhance efficiency and safety. Ready to make an impact and drive innovation? Join us and be part of something great!

We can hire at a Mid or Sr Level based on experience!

What you will need to bring:

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in engineering or related field of study and three (3) years of related engineering experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Experience designing, developing, implementing and troubleshooting motion control systems, including variable frequency drives and servo control
• Experience designing, developing, implementing and troubleshooting electrical control systems such as PLC, relay logic, and control networks, production equipment automation, and industrial controls networks
• Experience using and programming controls software
• Experience using HMI and Ladder Logic
• Experience with 5S procedures
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of products
• Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Ability to successfully prioritize, and organize projects, deadlines, and tasks with little supervision in both team and independent environments
• Strong verbal and written skills necessary to communicate intricate job-related information

Overview

Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.

Benefits

Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at(800) 545-3278Ext 3370 or email us [e-mail] calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.

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