Sr. Electrical Design Engineer

MDA Edge; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT Services and IT Consulting is seeking a Mid-Senior level Electrical Engineer. You will be responsible for conceptual design, component specification, and managing high-level projects from concept to production. The role involves working closely with engineers and providing technical training. Up to 20% domestic travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of high-speed automation and electrical design experience.
• Proficiency in CAD software for electrical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from inception to completion.
• Design complete electrical systems from concept through to prototype and production.
• Travel to customer sites for software or hardware repairs or installations (~20%).

Skills

Capital equipment design and service

PLC programming

Allen Bradley PLC systems

Electrical system design

Automation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks Electrical

AutoCAD

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

Job Summary

You will be tasked with conceptual design, component specification, system hardware design, and programming. Manage high-level projects from concept to production. Work closely with other engineers and technical staff. Responsibilities also include providing engineering support for field service technicians and delivering technical training at client facilities as needed. Support existing products within current methods and standards. Up to 20% domestic travel may be required; international travel is a possibility.

Skills and Skills

Capital equipment design and service, PLC programming, Allen Bradley PLC systems, machinery building, electrical system design, automation.

Responsibilities

• Apply principles of electrical and electronic theory to design, program, and troubleshoot advanced packaging machinery.
• Develop and test new designs; develop high-speed automation packaging projects.
• Manage projects from inception to completion.
• Design complete electrical systems from concept through to prototype and production.
• Read and troubleshoot ladder logic within motion controls, including programming servo drives (AB).
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills and teamwork.
• Travel to customer sites for software or hardware repairs or installations (~20%).
• Create wiring schematics, program diagrams, and bills of materials.
• Maintain strong communication skills.
• Work well independently and in teams.
• Manage time effectively.
• Pay attention to detail and pride in work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience in capital equipment design and service.
• 7-10 years of high-speed automation and electrical design experience.
• Proficiency in CAD software for electrical documentation (SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Experience designing systems with Stepper motors, Servos, and touch screens; packaging industry experience is a plus.
• Excellent knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, analytical, and project management skills; proficiency in MS Office.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel (~20%), including internationally.

Additional Information

• Experience in the packaging industry is highly advantageous.
• Final interview will be in person; travel expenses covered by the client, excluding mileage reimbursement for driving.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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