Electrical Engineer - Onsite - Roselle, IL

M&R Printing Equipment; Roselle (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

M&R Printing Equipment is seeking an Electrical Engineer – Machine Design to design reliable machines for automated processes, high-speed pick-and-place, and robotics. You will develop electrical systems, create schematics, and ensure IEC/UL compliance, collaborating with engineering, production, service, and parts teams.

The role requires a four-year engineering degree, 4+ years of experience, and strong robotics/motion control skills. On-site work in Illinois with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of four years designing electrical systems for industrial machinery.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of AI applications in manufacturing or industrial systems.
• Hands-on knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motion control, and industrial networking.
• Proficiency in robotics and industrial automation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience using AutoCAD for electrical schematics and system layouts.
• Experience with BOM structures and engineering change management processes.
• Understanding of IEC and UL compliance requirements for industrial equipment.
• Knowledge of machinery safety standards and safe electrical design practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and improve electrical systems for screen-printing and digital printing equipment.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, control system programs, and technical documentation.
• Develop PLC, HMI, motion control, and drive solutions for industrial machinery.
• Ensure compliance with IEC and UL standards and incorporate safety-focused design principles.
• Support Production, Service, and Parts departments with troubleshooting, documentation, and guidance.
• Investigate equipment issues at customer sites, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Communicate effectively with customers and vendors regarding technical requirements, issues, and solutions.
• Maintain and manage engineering documentation, including schematics, programs, and technical files.
• Participate in product improvement initiatives and engineering change processes.

Skills

PLCs

HMIs

VFDs

Motion control

Industrial networking

Robotics

MS Office

AutoCAD

BOM structures

ECN processes

IEC/UL compliance

Machinery safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Mitsubishi automation

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer – Machine Design to design and develop reliable, compliant machines for automated processes, high-speed pick-and-place applications, and robotics applications that meet applicable standards and customer requirements. The successful candidate will enhance and support electrical systems used in automated manufacturing cells, screen-printing, and digital printing equipment while collaborating closely with engineering, production, service, and parts teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and improve electrical systems for screen-printing and digital printing equipment.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, control system programs, and technical documentation.
• Develop PLC, HMI, motion control, and drive solutions for industrial machinery.
• Ensure compliance with applicable IEC and UL standards and incorporate safety-focused design principles into machine designs.
• Support Production, Service, and Parts departments with troubleshooting, documentation, and technical guidance.
• Investigate equipment issues at customer sites, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Communicate effectively with customers and vendors regarding technical requirements, issues, and solutions.
• Maintain and manage engineering documentation, including schematics, programs, and technical files.
• Participate in product improvement initiatives and engineering change processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of four years of experience designing electrical systems for industrial machinery.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of AI applications in manufacturing or industrial systems.
• Hands‑on knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motion control systems, and industrial networking.
• Proficiency in robotics and industrial automation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using AutoCAD for electrical schematics and system layouts.
• Experience with Bill of Materials (BOM) structures and engineering change management processes.
• Understanding of IEC and UL compliance requirements for industrial equipment.
• Knowledge of machinery safety standards and safe electrical design practices.

Preferred Skills

• Bilingual in English as well as Mandarin and/or Cantonese
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Familiarity with Mitsubishi automation hardware and software is a plus.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to customer sites for technical support and issue resolution (domestic and international).
• Office and manufacturing settings.
• Occasional travel to customer locations and vendor facilities may be required (domestic and international).

Equal Opportunity & Benefits Statement

M&R is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, and FSA/DCA coverage beginning the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Additional offerings include a 401(k) with company match, vacation time, life and disability insurance, and 11 paid company holidays.

M&R is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, participates in E‑Verify, and complies with applicable federal and state employment laws.