Electrical Engineer - Controls Design

Sunnen Products Company; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunnen Products Company is seeking an Electrical Engineer - Controls Design to oversee project management and design electrical systems. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5-10 years of experience in similar positions. Join a company with a legacy of success and contribute to innovative engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of related experience required.
• Proficiency in electrical control systems design.
• Experience with PLCs and HMI programming.

Responsibilities

• Manage machine projects from inception to delivery.
• Design control schematics and program PLCs.
• Troubleshoot programmed devices and develop protocols.

Skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Electrical control design

Programming PLCs

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CRM Software

ERP Software

CAD/CAM Software

PLC programming

C# programming

C++ programming

Job description

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Job Description

Sunnen Products Company is investing in our next 100 years and is hiring! We are seeking results-driven, excited candidates that are interested in working for a company with a long legacy and a bright future!Sunnen Products Company was founded over 100 years ago in 1924 by Joseph Sunnen. For the last 100 years, we have been a global leader in the manufacturing and distribution of bore sizing and finishing equipment, engine rebuilding equipment, and tooling and abrasives.

Job Description

Sunnen Products Company is investing in our next 100 years and is hiring! We are seeking results-driven, excited candidates that are interested in working for a company with a long legacy and a bright future!Sunnen Products Company was founded over 100 years ago in 1924 by Joseph Sunnen. For the last 100 years, we have been a global leader in the manufacturing and distribution of bore sizing and finishing equipment, engine rebuilding equipment, and tooling and abrasives.

As the leading global manufacturer of precision honing equipment and related accessories, Sunnen Products Company provides excellent employment opportunities for those in search of a challenging and rewarding career. We pride ourselves on our quality products, exceptional customer service and highly valued employees.

Position Summary: The Controls Design Engineer responsibilities include design of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic controls systems using Beckhoff PC's to control servo motors and VFD's.

Essential Functions Of The Job

The Controls Design Engineer will be responsible for delivering engineering results that include the following:

• Project management of the machine (on time, on budget) from inception to delivery while being involved and assisting with troubleshooting of issues.
• Design and detail the control schematics and BOM's
• Program the PLC and computers for a given machine project.
• Size and specify servo systems.
• Provide troubleshooting of programmed devices, including the ability to perform programming and debugging functions for PLC or PC based devices while also developing company protocols for such.
• As appropriate, design, layout, assemble and test electrical control panels and wiring for machine and automation systems, may also provide guidance to others in assembly work
• Follow regulatory standards in the design of compliant electrical systems
  
  

Marginal Functions

• Complete Basic Training tasks to:
• Become familiar with all company policies and standards
• Gain Proficiency in the use of company IT systems
• Gain and apply basic knowledge of the honing process; application and troubleshooting
• Gain basic knowledge to understand structure and practices for all company departments with which the position is expected to interact
  
  

Physical/Visual Activities or Demands: Physical/visual activities or demands that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, feel, talk or hear.
• The employee must exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include clarity of vision at 20 feet or more as well as 20 inches or less.
  
  

Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions: Environmental and atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

Good working conditions with occasional exposure to some elements that make conditions less desirable than usually found in an office.

Position Qualification Requirements

Education: Requires broad knowledge of an engineering discipline equivalent to a Bachelor's degree.

Experience: Minimum of five years of related experience required to qualify for the position. Expect seven to ten years of overall experience in the discipline to become proficient in the requirements of the position.

Skills and Abilities which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:

Apply principles of logical thinking to define problem, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to effectively work and interact with others.
• Ability to manage projects and lead the work of peers.
  
  

Machines, Tools, Equipment And Work Aids Which May Be Representative But Not All Inclusive Of Those Commonly Associated With This Position

• CRM, ERP, CAD/CAM Software experience and knowledge
• C# and C++ real time programming experience
• PLC and HMI programming experience (Beckhoff or Siemens preferred)
• Electrical panel layout experience
• 2D CAD experience - Wiring diagrams
• Knowledge of NFPA 79, CE Machinery Directive
  
  

License(s)/Certification(s) Required: None Required

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

Sunnen is an equal opportunity employer and provides a friendly, family-oriented atmosphere. We are proud to say that our average length of service is nearly 20 years! Apply today to join Sunnen Products Company and work alongside leading manufacturers as you build a rewarding career!

We require a background and SSN check, drug test, and physical for pre-employment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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