Electrical Engineer II

Spectraforce Technologies; Hawesville (KY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Growth

Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies is seeking an Electrical Engineer II for a full-time permanent role in Hawesville, KY 42348. The engineer will troubleshoot and resolve malfunctions in machine control systems, and contribute to efficiency and quality improvements.

The role requires 5+ years of experience with PLC/HMI, Siemens, AutoCAD, and strong communication skills. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology and be able to work independently or

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Minimum 5+ years working with power distribution, networks, PLC, HMI, and drive hardware/software.
• Ability to read and create schematic drawings using AutoCAD.
• Strong communication with Operators, Technicians, Management and others.
• Able to work independently and in a team with a sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions in machine control systems and suggests improvements.
• Develops and modifies PLC and/or HMI applications and interfacing or embedded control systems.
• Participates in setup and commissioning of new systems or upgrading current systems.
• Designs, develops, maintains, and modifies instrumentation and control systems.

Skills

PLC programming

Siemens experience

HMI development

AutoCAD

Schematic reading

Education

Bachelors in EE or EET

Tools

Electrical CAD

Job description

Job Title

Electrical Engineer II – Fulltime Permanent role – Hawesville, KY 42348

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Manager of Engineering, the Electrical Engineer II troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions to machine control systems and makes recommendations to improve efficiency or address quality concerns.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions to machine control systems and makes recommendations to improve efficiency or address quality concerns
• Experience and proficiency with ladder logic/PLC programming, Siemens experience required
• Develops new and modifies existing PLC and/or HMI applications, interfaces, or embedded control systems
• Participates in the set-up and commissioning of new systems or the upgrading of current systems
• Knowledge of AC and DC circuitry and electrical concepts
• Versatile in ladder logic and various PLC programming languages. Working knowledge of field control devices (motors, relays, switches, photoeyes, etc.)
• Designs, develops, maintains, and modifies instrumentation and control systems
• Start to finish electrical control system hardware design experience (control panel and field wiring)
• Competency in Electrical CAD
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's

Specialized Degree: Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

• Years of Experience: 5+
• Working knowledge of power distribution, networks, PLC, HMI, and drive hardware and software
• Ability to read and create schematic drawings using AutoCAD software
• Must be able to communicate effectively with Operators, Technicians, Management, and others
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Must possess a sense of urgency and ownership when working within time constraints
• Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Balances Stakeholders
• Collaborates
• Customer Focus
• Nimble Learning
• Plans and Aligns

Benefits

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• More

The client is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.