Electrical Controls Engineer

Electrical Controls Engineer

GavinHeath is partnering with a client in DeKalb, IL looking to add a Electrical Controls Engineer to their team. The role is a Direct Hire position.

Responsibilities :

Design electrical schematics using AutoCAD Software or equivalent

Ability to develop electrical enclosure panel layouts using AutoCAD or equivalent computer software

Develop machine controls Bill of Materials using Syteline ERP system

Testing and debug of electrical control circuits

Programming of machine control components consisting of A-B PLC's, HMI's and others

Assist in machine manual development & quoting needs

Work and communicate effectively with other groups within engineering and assembly departments

Perform final machinery check-offs to verify all systems functionality

Help customer support thru phone support to answer technical questions, support during machinery factory acceptance visits, and other issues

Provide technical assistance to machine assembly and sales as required

Communicate effectively to department manager regarding project progress, achieving goals, and customer expectations

Qualifications :

Education: B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience

Ability to design and develop machine controls for heat seal packaging machinery

Ability to integrate various inkjet, laser, or robotic systems

Ability to manage multiple projects

Experience programming other types of PLC's (ex. Omron) and HMI's is a plus

Ability to work with minimum supervision

Familiarity with electronic test instrumentation

Ability to read/write and follow verbal and written instructions

Proficient in Allen Bradley PLC and HMI programming a must

Experience designing, testing, and troubleshooting of industrial equipment with electro-mechanical components; example: relays, motor starters, temperature controllers, and others

Proficient using AutoCAD software or equivalent for electrical designing

Basic computer experience with file processing, email, Web navigation, and MS office

Ability to adapt to new machine controls software's and updating as needed

Healthy attitude to work within a team environment

One year (Experience through co-ops and/or internships is acceptable)

GavinHeath is an equal opportunity employer. GavinHeath will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, creed, ancestry, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.