Electrical Engineer

Position summary:

Provide electrical engineering support necessary to introduce products to the market and supply existing products to our customers in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Principal Responsibilities:

Responsible for assignments supporting the Engineering Department; including but not limited to:

• Design and develop electrical and pneumatic control schemes for lifting, holding, and tramp metal magnet systems - both electromagnetic and permanent magnet types.


• Provide technical support to Sales, assisting Regional Managers and Reps in specifying the correct control solution for customer applications.


• Support customers with troubleshooting and technical assistance via phone, email, and occasional on-site visits.


• Create and modify PLC control logic using Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms.


• Generate electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and customer approval drawings using AutoCAD and Visio.


• Coordinate third-party electrical safety inspections (eSAFE) for products prior to customer shipment.


• Perform testing and commissioning of electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems while being exposed to hazardous industrial voltages, stored energy systems and high-energy magnetic assemblies.


• Administer instrument calibration records and oversee calibration of shop and field service equipment in collaboration with the IMI Quality Team.


• Support the Repair Department with diagnosis and evaluation of returned magnets and controls.


• Assist Purchasing with component specifications, sourcing, and substitution approvals.


• Produce technical documentation including build procedures, installation/operation manuals, and product tech sheets.


• Interface with international magnet partners to develop and support lifting, workholding, and demagnetizing solutions.