Electrical Engineer

Encore Technologies; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Technologies is seeking an entry-level Electrical Engineer for a client manufacturing converting equipment. You will participate in installation, testing, troubleshooting, and design support for electrical components used in converting machinery.

The role requires a 4-year Electrical Engineering degree or related field, 0–3 years of experience, and proficiency with PLC and motion control software. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success in this client-facing

Qualifications

• Education generally equivalent to a 4-year Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline.
• 0-3 years of engineering design experience with converting equipment.
• Ability to use PLC and motion control software (Logix 5000, Siemens TIA, Step 7, Bosch, Codesys).
• Ability to use Microsoft Office software (Excel, OneNote, Teams).
• Strong oral and written communication skills with customers.
• Strong analytic skills to troubleshoot equipment and processes.
• Ability to use complex software for design, problem solving, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provides services relating to installation, start up and commissioning of converting equipment at customer locations.
• Performs product testing and troubleshooting to certify equipment for customer acceptance.
• Contributes to design and layout of electrical components and systems.
• Assesses electrical component requirements and creates BOMs.
• Creates and implements control programs for PLC, HMI, motion and display systems.
• Assists with coordination of assembly operations during equipment construction.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or related)

Tools

Logix 5000

Siemens TIA

Step 7

Codesys

Bosch

Microsoft Office (Excel/OneNote/Teams)

Job description

For over 80 years, engineers at our client's organization has created custom equipment used in over 55 countries around the world. Their machines set the standard for their industry, utilizing the latest in technology to convert nonwovens, plastics, paper, films, foil, tape and elastics to produce products for the disposable market. Their engineers are tasked with creating a customized machine for each customer. This level of detail creates a wide array of engineering opportunities, providing great variety in your work and fostering innovation.

Our client is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, they are not able to sponsor visas.

Our client’s Electrical Engineers provide technical expertise in all aspects of design, development, testing, troubleshooting, field support and installation of specified equipment as needed. It is a foundational-level engineering role with responsibility to effectively complete assigned objectives by creatively applying mentored guidance, core company solutions, and aligned industry and academic knowledge alike towards innovative solutions among tactical design, testing, and problem-solving initiatives.

Description of Essential Duties

• Provides services relating to the successful installation, start up and commissioning of converting equipment, traveling to the customer location, as required
• Performs product testing (powering up and check‑out function) and troubleshooting to certify converting equipment for customer acceptance
• Contributes to the design and layout of converting equipment electrical components and systems
• Assess electrical component requirements and creation of BOM's
• Create and implement electric component control programs to provide for the proper function of PLC, HMI, motion, and message display
• Assists with the coordination of assembly operations during equipment construction

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Ability Requirements

• Education generally equivalent to a (4) year Degree in an Electrical Engineering, Computer Science program or related discipline or equivalent training and experience
• 0-3 years of engineering design experience with converting equipment
• Ability to use PLC and motion control computer software (Logix 5000, Siemens TIA, Step 7, Bosch, Codesys)
• Ability to use Microsoft Office software (Excel, OneNote, Teams)
• Strong oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with key customers electrical design, converting equipment assembly and operating issues
• Strong analytic skills to troubleshoot equipment/processes and implement solutions
• Ability to effectively utilize complex software for design, problem solving, and documentation
• Ability to use hand tools, basic electronic measuring devices and a laptop computer