Electrical Engineer - Gpac

Position: Electrical Engineer

Reports to: Director of Automation and Technology Solutions
Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Position Summary:

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and supervising the manufacture of electrical equipment, systems, and components. This role applies principles and techniques of electrical engineering to solve problems in the manufacturing of capital equipment, plastics converting, and automation systems.

Essential Functions:

Design and Development:

• Create electrical schematics, diagrams, and technical drawings using controls software.
• Design and develop electrical control systems and components.
• Specify electrical components and materials for assembly and production.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost analyses for electrical systems.

Testing and Evaluation:

• Test prototypes and systems to ensure functionality and safety.
• Evaluate and verify design performance against specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues with installed equipment.

Project Management:

• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and technicians to ensure timely and budget-compliant project completion.
• Manage project schedules and resources effectively.
• Provide technical guidance and support during installation, commissioning, and maintenance phases.

Compliance and Documentation:

• Ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards.
• Prepare and maintain documentation related to designs, specifications, and manuals.
• Participate in design reviews and technical meetings.

Research and Innovation:

• Stay updated with advancements in electrical engineering technology and industry trends.
• Conduct research to develop new products, improve existing designs, or reduce costs.
• Implement innovative solutions to enhance performance or efficiency.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Competencies:

• Proficient in SOLIDWORKS or DraftSight.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and presenting technical information.
• Strong project management skills to oversee projects from conception to completion.

Other Duties:

This job description is not intended to cover all possible duties and responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment:

The facilities are secure, well-lit, temperature-controlled for comfort, clean, and maintain low noise levels. Safety is a top priority, and the workplace culture emphasizes mutual respect, clear communication, and employee well-being.

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and routine office equipment.
• Physical movement is required to inspect, touch, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, or twist during the capital equipment manufacturing process.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision for computer work.
• Regular, predictable attendance is required.

Status: Full-time, exempt

Travel: Occasional travel may be required

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience preferred.
• Experience with Rockwell and/or Beckhoff controls is highly desirable.

Additional Requirements:

Must be authorized to work in the United States and adhere to confidentiality agreements as required.

You can contact me directly at E: bill.schellhas@gogpac.com PH: 605-679-9922

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.