Electrical Controls Engineer

De Kalb, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/15/2024
Position Overview

Reporting To: Machinery Manufacturing Manager

This role involves designing electrical control systems for heat seal packaging machinery from start to finish. Below are the key responsibilities and qualifications:

Responsibilities
  • Design & Development:

    • Develop machine controls for heat seal packaging machinery.
    • Design electrical schematics using AutoCAD or equivalent software.
    • Create electrical enclosure panel layouts using AutoCAD or similar software.
    • Develop machine controls Bill of Materials using Syteline ERP system.
  • Testing & Integration:

    • Test and debug electrical control circuits.
    • Integrate various inkjet, laser, or robotic systems.
    • Program machine control components, including A-B PLC’s, HMI’s, etc.
  • Project Management:

    • Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
    • Assist in developing machine manuals and quoting needs.
  • Collaboration & Communication:

    • Work effectively with engineering and assembly departments.
    • Perform final machinery checks to verify system functionality.
    • Provide customer support via phone, during factory acceptance visits, and for other issues.
    • Offer technical assistance to machine assembly and sales as needed.
    • Communicate project progress, goal achievement, and customer expectations to the department manager.
Qualifications
  • Education & Experience:

    • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience.
    • Experience with Allen Bradley PLC and HMI programming is essential.
    • Experience with designing, testing, and troubleshooting industrial equipment with electro-mechanical components (e.g., relays, motor starters, temperature controllers).
  • Technical Skills:

    • Proficient in AutoCAD or equivalent software for electrical design.
    • Familiarity with electronic test instrumentation.
    • Basic computer skills, including file processing, email, web navigation, and MS Office.
    • Ability to adapt to new machine control software and update as needed.
    • Experience with programming other types of PLCs (e.g., Omron) and HMIs is a plus.
  • Interpersonal Skills:

    • Ability to work with minimal supervision.
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
    • Team-oriented with a positive attitude.
Additional Experience
  • One year of relevant experience, including co-ops and internships, is acceptable.

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