Industrial / Automation Electrical Design Engineer

Sunsource; Town of Hartland (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking an Industrial / Automation Engineer to develop cutting-edge solutions that enhance sales and streamline processes. This role involves collaborating with account managers and engineering teams to design and implement advanced electrical systems. You'll utilize your expertise in PLC programming, CAD modeling, and communication to create impactful documentation and support customer interactions. Join a dynamic team that values technical proficiency and fosters growth through hands-on projects and continuous learning in a fast-paced environment. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Advanced mathematical skills and excellent communication required.

Responsibilities

• Design and layout new and existing electrical systems.
• Work closely with sales and engineering teams on projects.
• Produce necessary design reports and documentation.

Skills

Advanced mathematical skills

Excellent communication skills

Writing skills

Ability to supervise technicians

Focus on complex electrical systems

Self-motivation for technology

Time-management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

IEC 61131-3 PLC languages

Codesys 3.5

HMI software

2D electrical CAD modeling (AutoCAD)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Price Engineering, a SunSource company, specializes inengineered custom products and solutionsthrough engineering resource management, research, planning and development in the areas ofhydraulics, pneumatics, automation and electrical systems. www.priceeng.com

The Industrial / Automation Engineer will work closely with our account managers to develop innovative Industrial and automation solutions to help increase component sales.

Required Skills and Education:

Bachelor degree in electrical engineering (or equivalent applicable work experience)

Advanced mathematical skills for calculation of design equations

Excellent communication skills to explain technical specifics to peers and customers

Writing skills for preparing manuals, parts lists, proposals and design documentation

Ability to supervise technicians

Focus and concentration to understand complex electrical systems

Self-motivation to keep up with current electrical advances using new technologies

Using industry-specific tools to analyze and test electronics

Time-management skills for meeting deadlines

Preferred Software Experience:

Experience with IEC 61131-3 PLC languages (Structured text, Func. Block, CFC, Ladder)

Experience with Codesys 3.5 a plus (Eaton, Festo, IFM, etc.)

Familiarity with industrial fieldbus/Ethernet protocols

Experienced with HMI (human machine interface) software

Experience with 2D electrical CAD modeling (AutoCAD electrical or equivalent)

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Essential Functions:

Work within our engineering best practices and follow our standards for electrical schematics, panels, programming and system solutions.

Designing and laying out new and existing electrical systems

Work closely with sales directors and engineering team to develop preferred component standardization.

Work with other engineers on circuit and system designs for projects.

Work closely with pricing / purchasing to identify standard suppliers, components, and costs.

Working closely with manufacturing and production to oversee projects.

Producing necessary design reports and documentation.

Testing new systems and making design changes as needed.

Off-Site commissioning and field service.

Engineering Systems and Sales Support:

Working with account managers to develop system statements of work.

Preparing cost estimates for customers and other employees.

Interacting with customers using verbal and written communication.

Product development.

Creating product documentation and records

Product Application, Integration and Technical Support:

Festo electric drives and handling units

Festo smart valve terminals

VFD’s – Danfoss Drives

Yaskawa Motion Control Product

Fluid Power Motion Control Products

Electrical Panels

IMI/Norgren/Bimba – electric drives and handling units

A&B PLC’s & HMI’s

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