Electrical Controls Engineer - Top Tier Reps LLC

Position Overview

Reporting To: Machinery Manufacturing Manager

This role involves designing electrical control systems for heat seal packaging machinery from start to finish. Below are the key responsibilities and qualifications:

Responsibilities

• Design & Development:

  • Develop machine controls for heat seal packaging machinery.
  • Design electrical schematics using AutoCAD or equivalent software.
  • Create electrical enclosure panel layouts using AutoCAD or similar software.
  • Develop machine controls Bill of Materials using Syteline ERP system.

• Testing & Integration:

  • Test and debug electrical control circuits.
  • Integrate various inkjet, laser, or robotic systems.
  • Program machine control components, including A-B PLC’s, HMI’s, etc.

• Project Management:

  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Assist in developing machine manuals and quoting needs.

• Collaboration & Communication:

  • Work effectively with engineering and assembly departments.
  • Perform final machinery checks to verify system functionality.
  • Provide customer support via phone, during factory acceptance visits, and for other issues.
  • Offer technical assistance to machine assembly and sales as needed.
  • Communicate project progress, goal achievement, and customer expectations to the department manager.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience:

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience.
  • Experience with Allen Bradley PLC and HMI programming is essential.
  • Experience with designing, testing, and troubleshooting industrial equipment with electro-mechanical components (e.g., relays, motor starters, temperature controllers).

• Technical Skills:

  • Proficient in AutoCAD or equivalent software for electrical design.
  • Familiarity with electronic test instrumentation.
  • Basic computer skills, including file processing, email, web navigation, and MS Office.
  • Ability to adapt to new machine control software and update as needed.
  • Experience with programming other types of PLCs (e.g., Omron) and HMIs is a plus.

• Interpersonal Skills:

  • Ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Team-oriented with a positive attitude.

Additional Experience

• One year of relevant experience, including co-ops and internships, is acceptable.

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