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Automation Electrical Engineer

Established manufacturing company In Plant Office Direct Hire Manufacturing

Job Summary

The Automation Electrical Engineer plays a critical role in designing, building, and maintaining the electrical systems that power industrial automated equipment. This role involves cross-functional collaboration to develop new products and maintain existing systems in alignment with evolving industry needs and strategic goals.

Essential Functions

  • Develop and support new and existing electrical designs, including PLC/HMI programs, for industrial equipment
  • Capture corrections on electrical wiring diagrams, update Bills of Materials (BOMs), and process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs)
  • Troubleshoot electrical problems in sub-assemblies and final assemblies
  • Layout electrical panels, cabinets, and external wiring for industrial systems
  • Maintain designs to relevant standards including UL, ETL, and CE
  • Serve as the internal authority for UL508A standards
  • Provide before and after sales support to technical service, manufacturing, and purchasing teams
  • Conduct quality checks of drawings, schematics, and technical documents
  • Perform testing of alternate vendor components to mitigate risks from product obsolescence
  • Research and recommend new technologies and vendors to keep products ahead of market trends

Required Qualifications

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent professional experience
  • Strong understanding of machine control, sensor technology, and data acquisition
  • Proven experience in industrial automation and electrical engineering design
  • Ability to develop electrical schematics for domestic and international markets
  • Strong electrical aptitude with a focus on eliminating safety hazards
  • Ability to troubleshoot industrial controls including analog and digital instrumentation
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to multi-task within strict deadlines

Technical Skills

  • PLC/HMI programming
  • AutoCAD Electrical
  • UL508A standards
  • VFD drives
  • Industrial automation design
  • Electrical schematics
  • Troubleshooting industrial controls
  • Microsoft Office suite

Education & Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related technical field is preferred.

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