Sr Electrical Engineer

Dart Container; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Job summary

Dart Container is seeking a senior-level electrical engineer to apply extensive electrical engineering knowledge on large, long-duration projects. You will design, implement, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems and HMI software for automated production equipment.

Responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams, prioritizing work, and mentoring other engineers while driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 6+ years of related experience, or Associate’s degree with 12+ years of experience.
• Experience designing and troubleshooting complex control systems using PLC ladder logic, HMI, and controls software.
• Experience applying 5S procedures.
• Strong math knowledge and ability to apply calculus and statistics to design problems.
• Ability to prioritize and manage large, complex projects with limited supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prioritize large-scale projects or programs with long durations.
• Lead and coordinate project work with other engineers, technicians, designers, and drafters.
• Troubleshoot and document electrical designs and software for machine and process controls.
• Develop designs for automated production equipment, PLC ladders, HMI, and control software.
• Oversee equipment debugging and installation and ensure successful implementation.
• Collaborate with production and other departments to draft reports and improve equipment and processes.
• Create test parameters and participate in testing and implementation of solutions.
• Establish continuous improvement plans for efficiency, quality, safety, or service.
• Mentor other engineers.

Skills

PLC ladder logic

HMI

Controls software

5S procedures

Engineering design principles

Advanced math

Project prioritization

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Associate’s degree + 12 years experience

Tools

PLC hardware

HMI software

Job description

Senior-level engineer applying electrical engineering knowledge and skills for large, complex, long duration engineering projects.

Day to Day Role

• Manage and prioritize projects or programs of large size, scope, and duration
• Lead and coordinate project work with other engineers, technicians, designers and/or or drafters
• Troubleshoot, analyze, identify, evaluate, propose, implement, and document engineering solutions, electrical designs and software systems for machine and process controls
• Lead the creation and modification ofdesigns and requirements for automated production equipment, electrical and hardware schematics, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) ladder logic, Human-Machine Interface (HMI), and controls software
• Oversee equipment debug and installations
• Identify broad conceptual ideas and develop them into useful solutions
• Collaborate with production personnel and other departments to gather information and draft reports, and improve equipment, processes, and products
• Create test parameters and participate in the testing and implementation of engineering solutions
• Establish continuous improvement plans where efficiency, quality, safety, or service can be improved
• Mentor other engineers

Core Skills And Qualifications

• Requires one of the following:
• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in engineering or related field of study and six (6) years of related engineering experience, OR
• Associate’s degree and twelve (12) years of related engineering experience
• Experience designing, developing, implementing and troubleshooting complex control systems using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) ladder logic, Human-Machine Interface (HMI), and controls software
• Experience utilizing 5S procedures
• Advanced knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various products
• Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications
• Advanced knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Advanced knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of products
• Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Ability to successfully prioritize, and manage large, complex projects, deadlines, and tasks with little supervision in both team and independent environments
• Strong verbal and written skills necessary to communicate intricate job-related information

Preferred Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferred

Overview

Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.

Benefits

Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

• THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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