Electrical Systems Engineer IIThe Electrical Engineer II is responsible for designing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving electrical control systems within a high-volume wire and cable manufacturing environment. This position provides hands-on production support while leading automation initiatives that improve safety, reliability, quality, and operational efficiency. The successful candidate will possess strong PLC programming and industrial controls expertise, demonstrate excellent troubleshooting skills, and be capable of working independently with a high degree of autonomy while collaborating with operations, maintenance, engineering, and production teams.Key Responsibilities:Provide electrical and controls support to manufacturing operations to minimize downtime.Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, VFD, servo, and automation systems.Design, program, modify, and optimize machine control systems.Lead automation and continuous improvement projects.Support equipment commissioning and startup.Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions.Develop and maintain electrical documentation.Ensure compliance with NFPA, NEC, OSHA, and company safety standards.Train maintenance and production personnel.Required Technical Qualifications:Advanced knowledge of Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and Schneider PLC platforms.Experience with ControlLogix, CompactLogix, Siemens S7/TIA Portal, and Schneider Modicon.Knowledge of FactoryTalk View, WinCC, VFDs, servo systems, EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP/IP, and industrial networking.Manufacturing Experience:Willingness to work in a hands-on wire and cable manufacturing environment.Provide production line electrical troubleshooting support.Experience with extrusion, continuous process equipment, or industrial automation preferred.Safety Responsibilities:Promote a strong safety culture.Support LOTO, machine guarding, and functional safety systems.Participate in safety audits and risk assessments.Key Competencies:High degree of autonomy.Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.Excellent communication and teamwork.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Required Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.5+ years of industrial automation/manufacturing experience.Experience with capital projects and commissioning.Knowledge of robotics and Industry 4.0 preferred.Competencies:Nimble LearningCustomer FocusPlans and AlignsCollaboratesBalances StakeholdersAction OrientedBenefits We Offer:401k with MatchingFamily and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)Paid Time Off & Paid HolidaysLong & Short-Term DisabilitySupplemental Insurance PlansEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramsAdvancement & Professional Growth opportunitiesParental Leave & MoreSouthwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.