Electrical Engineer / PLC Programmer

The Position:

PLC design and programming for packaging machines. Ensuring cooperation and the flow of information with all other project participants.

Job Duties:

·         Create and develop PLC control software for packaging machines and transport systems

·         Programming software functions and sequential controls based on our standard software

·         Supervising the download of PLC programs, HMI applications, and program parameters after initial machine power-up

·         Ensuring machine safety and regulations conformity

·         Complete tasks according to our timelines, requirement documents and to the project plan

·         Supporting and troubleshooting inhouse and at customer site

·         Offering training to the Technicians and other team members

·         Working in coordination with Engineering and Production teams

·         Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronic Engineering, or equivalent (along with 4-5 years experience)

·         Extensive knowledge of PLC programming, Rockwell experience is a must

·         Expert knowledge in Studio 5000 Logix Designer, FactoryTalk View

·         Sound knowledge of mechanical, electrical and software principles

·         Basic knowledge of NEC and UL regulations

·         Ability to work independently or in a team environment

·         Excellent ability to work independently with no supervision

·         Must have a keen eye for details and accuracy

·         Willingness to travel

·         Willingness for intercultural cooperation (especially with our German programming team)

·         Ability to deal with program code that is mostly written in German (changeover to English/bilingual is planned)

Salary Range:   $80K - $90K per year

We offer:

•          Flexible working hours

•          Pleasant working atmosphere

•          16 Days of annual PTO

•          10 Paid Company Holidays

•          Medical, Dental and Vision

•          Health Spending Plan (with Employer contributions)

•          Employer paid Life/AD&D, Short & Long Term Disability

•          Voluntary Life/AD&D – Employee, Spouse, and Children

•          401K

•          Safety Glasses Allowance (prescription and non-prescription)

•          Safety Boots Allowance

•          Employee Referral Incentives