Title : Sr. Electrical Design Engineer

Location : Elgin, IL

Salary : $130,000 Per Annum Plus Benefits

Responsibilities

• Requires the ability to apply the principles of electrical and electronic theory and related experience to design, program and troubleshoot state of the art packaging machinery.
• Develop and test new designs as needed and develop high speed automation packaging machine projects.
• Manage projects from inception to completion.
• Ability to design complete electrical systems from concept to prototype and production.
• Knowledge to read and troubleshoot ladder logic within motion controls. including programming of servo drives (AB).
• Must have design problem solving skills and be able to work in a team environment.
• Travel to customer locations to assist in software or hardware repair or installations. Amount of travel approx. 20%
• Create wiring schematic, program diagrams, and complete bill of materials.
• Strong communication skills.
• Works well within a team environment but can also be self-directed when required.
• Strong time management skills.
• Attention to detail and pride in work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience in capital equipment design and service.
• 7-10 years of related high speed automation and electrical design experience.
• Proficient in the use of CAD software for electrical design documentation utilizing SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD or similar system.
• Demonstrated experience in the design of Stepper motor, Servo, and touch screen controlled capital equipment systems or machinery. Specific experience in the Packaging industry a plus.
• Excellent knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC systems.
• Good organization, communication, analytical and project management skills. Good verbal and written skills utilizing office software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Valid drivers license and ability to travel, up to 20%, including internationally