Electrical Engineer/Controls Eng 2Wood Dale, IL 60191OverviewSalary Range $88,175.00 - $141,075.00 Salary Level Experienced Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Travel Percentage Up to 25% Category ManufacturingDescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYWill be responsible for programming, electrical schematics, electrical component specification and troubleshooting complex packaging machinery from concept to installation at customer facility. Assignments are on complex standard or specialty machines. Works under limited supervision and exercises independent judgment. 5 years minimum automated controls design experience in programing PLC's and HMI's.
Experience with AB and Siemens Motion Control software platforms a must. Knowledge of risk assessments, UL, CE and CSA are desired. Project management experience.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIESGenerate PLC and HMI programs for packaging machinerySpecification of electrical componentsDesign electrical schematics using AutoCAD electricalGenerate bill of materials and project related documentationRelease parts for procurement and assemblyCapable of performing essential functions in an independent manner.Act as lead controls engineer on projects from concept to customer acceptanceResponsible for multiple projects at one timeService Work, Travel required 10%. to 20%Design UL,CE and CSA compliant machineryResponsible to work to get certifications aboveDirect the operational checkout of machineryVerify safety standards are metTroubleshoots machines and supports checkout and FATSupport Sales, Assembly, Procurement and Parts departments when requiredParticipate in construction operating manualsTroubleshoot existing machinery and production linesOther duties may be assignedQualificationsSKILLS REQUIREMENTSProficient in AutoCAD electricalInterpersonal skills and ability to supervise people are a must.The incumbent will possess the necessary skills required to meet project schedules and deadlines.The candidate will also possess knowledge of packaging equipment functionality and design.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEB.S. in Electrical Engineering5+ years minimum automated controls design experience in programing PLC's and HMI's.Experience with AB and Siemens Motion Control software platformsMEASURES OF PERFORMANCEThe Electrical Engineer/Controls Engineer shall be considered to be performing in an acceptable manner when the following have occurred:Satisfactory performance of all essential job dutiesEmployee maintains a positive attitude and production relationship with co-workersEmployee works as a team member and helps out wherever neededEmployee is willing to work overtime when askedEmployee follows all safety precautions and regulations