Electrical/Mechanical Engineer

MUST BE ABLE TO PASS BASIC ECT TEST

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification (preferred but not always required).

Technical Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of electromechanical systems, automation, PLC programming, and control systems.
• Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining mechanical and electrical systems, such as motors, conveyors, gearboxes, circuit breakers, and wiring.
• Proficiency in using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for designing or updating mechanical/electrical layouts.
• Familiarity with preventive and predictive maintenance systems.

Project and System Experience:

• Experience leading or supporting capital projects, machinery installations, or system upgrades.
• Understanding of safety and compliance standards (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, NEC).
• Ability to analyze system failures and implement root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions.
• Knowledge of communication standards common to industrial control environments (e.g., RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, Ethernet IP)

• Knowledge and experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems and associated control devices
• Proficient in the use of tools and equipment common to the trade
• Expert electrical troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing environment ranging from 24VDC to 480VAC.
• Advanced PLC, Electrical Controls, VFD, and servo systems experience
• Strong mechanical background with the ability to assemble, repair, and modify equipment.
• Automation experience. Basic troubleshooting skills, minor program adjustments, and adding assorted switched programming of VFDs.
• Ability to operate power tools and other shop equipment
• Responsible for mechanical and electrical assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and modification of control systems used in automated machinery
• Performs maintenance service and repairs on production equipment, including preventative maintenance
• Set up and programming of PLCs, variable frequency, and servo drives
• Set up and programming of operator interface devices
• Assembly and wiring of electrical control panels and machinery
• Generation of electrical schematics and support documentation
• Employs safe work practices such as lockout out tagout, ladder safety, safe use of power tools, etc.

Soft Skills & Other Requirements:

• Project Management experience. Able to provide timelines and resources necessary for the project.
• Displays attention to detail and is accurate and disciplined
• Must be able to follow through on all tasks and projects with limited supervision
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently when needed
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional team.
• Good communication skills for interfacing with production, maintenance, and external vendors.
• Willingness to work on-site, possibly in rotating shifts, and be available for emergency support or on-call duties if required.

Schedule:

• 10-hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

• Requires 5+ years of experience in the industrial manufacturing field or in a related area
• 5+ years electrical troubleshooting and system diagnostics
• Comprehensive understanding of Electro-mechanical components and their function(s) in automated manufacturing equipment

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development