Electrician (Thermoforming)

The LaSalle Network; Duncanville (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Short-term disability

Tuition assistance

Product discounts

Job summary

The LaSalle Network seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer in Duncanville, TX to lead large-scale automation and production equipment projects. You will design, troubleshoot, and implement complex control systems, PLC/HMI solutions, and equipment installations, while mentoring other engineers and driving continuous improvement across operations.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in engineering, strong PLC/HMI experience, and a deep understanding of electrical principles within a high-volume

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with 6+ years of engineering experience or an Associate's degree with 12+ years of engineering experience.
• Strong experience designing, developing, implementing, and troubleshooting complex control systems.
• Advanced PLC ladder logic, HMI, and controls software experience.
• Experience with automated production equipment and machine controls.
• Excellent understanding of electrical engineering principles, production processes, quality control, and manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prioritize large, complex, long-duration engineering projects and programs.
• Lead project work with engineers, technicians, designers, and drafters.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and implement electrical engineering solutions for machine and process controls.
• Design and modify automated production equipment, electrical drawings, PLC ladder logic, HMI systems, and controls software.
• Oversee equipment installation, debugging, testing, and implementation.
• Develop engineering concepts into practical solutions that improve manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with production and cross-functional teams to gather information and improve equipment, processes, and products.
• Create test parameters and participate in testing and implementation of engineering solutions.
• Develop continuous improvement plans focused on efficiency, quality, safety, and service.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, designs, and engineering requirements.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to other engineers.

Skills

Advanced PLC ladder logic

HMI systems

Controls software

Project management

Analytical problem solving

Multi-project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Associate's degree with 12+ years experience

Tools

HMI software

SCADA

Job description

Electrician (Thermoforming) (162474) Duncanville, Texas

Salary: USD35 - USD40 per hour

LaSalle Network is partnering with a leading manufacturing organization to hire a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead large-scale engineering projects focused on automation, electrical controls, and production equipment. This role will be responsible for designing and troubleshooting complex control systems, overseeing equipment installations and debugging, developing PLC and HMI solutions, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate is a senior-level electrical engineer with strong controls experience who can independently manage complex projects, collaborate across engineering and production teams, and mentor other engineers.

What's the job?

• Manage and prioritize large, complex, and long-duration engineering projects and programs
• Lead project work with engineers, technicians, designers, and drafters
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and implement electrical engineering solutions for machine and process controls
• Design and modify automated production equipment, electrical hardware schematics, PLC ladder logic, HMI systems, and controls software
• Oversee equipment installation, debugging, testing, and implementation
• Develop engineering concepts into practical solutions that improve manufacturing operations
• Collaborate with production and cross-functional teams to gather information and improve equipment, processes, and products
• Create test parameters and participate in testing and implementation of engineering solutions
• Develop continuous improvement plans focused on efficiency, quality, safety, and service
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, designs, and engineering requirements
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to other engineers
• Apply 5S and other continuous improvement methodologies to support manufacturing efficiency

What's needed?

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field with 6+ years of related engineering experience, or an Associate's degree with 12+ years of related engineering experience
• Strong experience designing, developing, implementing, and troubleshooting complex control systems
• Advanced PLC ladder logic, HMI, and controls software experience
• Experience with automated production equipment and machine controls
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles, production processes, quality control, and manufacturing operations
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design techniques, blueprints, schematics, drawings, and technical plans
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects, deadlines, and priorities with minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, technicians, production personnel, and other departments
• Bachelor's degree preferred

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to lead large, complex engineering projects within a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Hands-on exposure to advanced automation, PLC, HMI, and machine control systems
• Opportunity to drive continuous improvement across production operations
• Significant ownership over engineering solutions, equipment improvements, and project execution
• Opportunity to mentor and develop other engineering professionals
• Stable, established manufacturing organization with opportunities for long-term career growth
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, and product discounts

Key Details

• Compensation: 35/hr - 40/hr
• Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/
• Location: Dallas, TX
• Work Model: Onsite
• Employment Type: Full-Time

Step into a Senior Electrical Engineer role and lead complex automation and controls projects that improve the efficiency, reliability, safety, and performance of manufacturing operations.

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