Electrical Engineer - Sterling Engineering

Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Location: Elgin, IL 

The ideal candidate will have 3-4 years of experience in electrical engineering, with expertise in machinery programming, wiring installations, and electrical safety implementation. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project standards and support the business's operational needs.

Responsibilities:

• Project Support: Collaborate with other engineers and technical disciplines to develop specifications and designs for electricians, ensuring project standards and deliverables are met.
• Operational Support: Provide technical support for operational needs, including supplier management, parts requisitions, contractor time tracking, and asset management.
• Compliance: Ensure key systems for base support functions remain compliant with regulations, including NEC code compliance and electrical safety standards.
• Remote Facilities: Assist in supporting remote facilities as required, with anticipated travel of 10-20%.
• On-call Support: Provide on-call, second-level support to electricians during 2nd and occasional 3rd shifts as needed.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards, including reporting of issues to management.
• Collaborate with team members to develop jointly supported standards for the organization.
• Continuously enhance technical and professional competencies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Five plus years of machinery programming experience.
• Hands-On wiring installations and familiarity with NEC code compliance.
• Safely troubleshooting electrical circuits.
• Experience with electrical safety implementation and maintenance.
• Knowledge in the food/nut industry is highly preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.

Skills and Competencies:

• Proficiency in Rockwell Logix Family Programming.
• Ability to interpret schematics.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical.
• Basic Network Design skills.
• Strong troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude.
• Outstanding communication skills.