Electrical/Mechanical Engineer
MUST BE ABLE TO PASS BASIC ECT TEST
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification (preferred but not always required).
Technical Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or engineering environment.
- Strong knowledge of electromechanical systems, automation, PLC programming, and control systems.
- Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining mechanical and electrical systems, such as motors, conveyors, gearboxes, circuit breakers, and wiring.
- Proficiency in using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for designing or updating mechanical/electrical layouts.
- Familiarity with preventive and predictive maintenance systems.
Project and System Experience:
- Experience leading or supporting capital projects, machinery installations, or system upgrades.
- Understanding of safety and compliance standards (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, NEC).
- Ability to analyze system failures and implement root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions.
- Knowledge of communication standards common to industrial control environments (e.g., RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, Ethernet IP)
- Knowledge and experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems and associated control devices
- Proficient in the use of tools and equipment common to the trade
- Expert electrical troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing environment ranging from 24VDC to 480VAC.
- Advanced PLC, Electrical Controls, VFD, and servo systems experience
- Strong mechanical background with the ability to assemble, repair, and modify equipment.
- Automation experience. Basic troubleshooting skills, minor program adjustments, and adding assorted switched programming of VFDs.
- Ability to operate power tools and other shop equipment
- Responsible for mechanical and electrical assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and modification of control systems used in automated machinery
- Performs maintenance service and repairs on production equipment, including preventative maintenance
- Set up and programming of PLCs, variable frequency, and servo drives
- Set up and programming of operator interface devices
- Assembly and wiring of electrical control panels and machinery
- Generation of electrical schematics and support documentation
- Employs safe work practices such as lockout out tagout, ladder safety, safe use of power tools, etc.
Soft Skills & Other Requirements:
- Project Management experience. Able to provide timelines and resources necessary for the project.
- Displays attention to detail and is accurate and disciplined
- Must be able to follow through on all tasks and projects with limited supervision
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently when needed
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional team.
- Good communication skills for interfacing with production, maintenance, and external vendors.
- Willingness to work on-site, possibly in rotating shifts, and be available for emergency support or on-call duties if required.
Schedule:
- 10-hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Requirements
- Requires 5+ years of experience in the industrial manufacturing field or in a related area
- 5+ years electrical troubleshooting and system diagnostics
- Comprehensive understanding of Electro-mechanical components and their function(s) in automated manufacturing equipment
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development