SR. Electrical Engineer

Mestek-Inc; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mestek Machinery in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking an experienced automation engineer to design, develop, and manage projects from start to finish. The role spans small to high-visibility efforts, requiring strong self-motivation and a drive to learn new skills.

You will design, debug, and integrate automation control systems, write PLC code, program HMI devices, and collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams.

Qualifications

• BSEE, BSME: 5-7 years’ experience in the industrial automation industry.
• Knowledge of current technology & applicable electrical codes (UL/CSA/CE).
• Working knowledge of major brand PLCs and control devices: AB, Siemens, B&R.
• Knowledge of electromechanical relations of an entire automation system.
• Motivation to contribute to the improvement of engineering procedures.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent technical, communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of code compliance requirements and industry standards.
• Ability to work independently and in a highly collaborative team.
• Experience with machine shops (welding, milling, turning, sheet metal).
• Knowledge and experience with 3D CAD software: Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, or others.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and debug process and automation control systems; source vendors.
• Create master plans, automation strategy, software configuration, and troubleshoot issues.
• Work with Engineering Manager to enforce design and documentation standards.
• Write and debug PLC code and device drivers for multiple stations.
• Program HMI devices and design interface circuitry.
• Determine power/load requirements and design control logic sequences.
• Draft cable connection diagrams and design verification procedures.
• Create testing procedures and tools; take ownership of projects.
• Identify performance issues, perform root cause analysis, and propose solutions.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, software, and controls teams.

Skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Education

BSEE

BSME

Tools

AB PLC

Siemens PLC

B&R PLC

3D CAD software

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

Mestek Machinery is the industry-leading designer and manufacturer of the most complete, productive, and innovative metal forming solutions for the fabrication of HVAC sheet metal ductwork and fittings. Our family of companies –- Lockformer, Engel, Iowa Precision, Roto-Die, have decades of experience addressing every facet of the HVAC duct industry. The result is a combined knowledge and experience that develops cutting edge, precision technology and automated manufacturing equipment that improves productivity while ensuring the highest-quality finished ducts and fittings.

Job Description

In a global market, design, develop, and manage projects to completion, on time, and within budget, ranging from small-scale to high-visibility projects to improve products and processes.The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have a strong desire to learn new skills, and be comfortable working on larger projects spanning weeks or months as well as fast turnaround projects requiring a couple of hours or days.

• Responsible for the safe operation, design, and debugging of process and automation control systems. Source and recommend appropriate vendors.
• Must have the ability to create master plans, automation strategy, software configuration, and troubleshoot complex issues that arise.
• Work with the Engineering Manager to establish and enforce design, design change control, and design and program documentation standards for electrical engineering activities.
• Write and debug multiple station PLC code and write device drivers.
• Program MMI devices and design interface circuitry.
• Determine power and load requirements along with restrictions.
• Design logic system for functions such as sequence and timing control.
• Design and draft diagram of cable connections.
• Create processes and controls for design verification.
• Create quality testing procedures and tools.
• Willingness and desire to take complete ownership and responsibility for projects.
• Identify performance issues on new or existing equipment, perform root cause analysis, and suggest possible solutions.
• Proactively contribute to brainstorming and whiteboard sessions regarding new designs andproductively critiqueexisting designs led by other team members.
• Thrive at working closely in a multi-disciplinary team including mechanical, electrical, software, controls, etc.
• Performs or assists with equipment and material test studies.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

Preferred Experience

• BSEE, BSME: 5-7 years’ experience in the industrial automation industry.
• Knowledge of current technology & applicable electrical codes related to job duties (UL/CSA/CE).
• Working knowledge of major brand PLC’s and control devices: AB, Siemens, B&R, etc.
• Knowledge of electromechanical relations of an entire automation system.
• Motivation to contribute to the improvement of engineering procedures.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Excellent technical skills, strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge and interpretation of code compliance requirements and industry standards.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Experience working in or closely with machine shops is a plus (welding, milling, turning, sheet metal, etc).
• Knowledge and experience with 3D Cad software. Autodesk inventor (preferred), Solidworks, or others.