Electrical Controls Engineer

Position: ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

ADP Title: Electrical Engineer 2

Location: Gallatin, TN

Brand: Engineered Systems Group

Segment: FDF

Job Summary: The Electrical Engineer role is to provide technical expertise and leadership in the design, troubleshooting, and installation of complex industrial finishing, dispensing, general automation systems. Responsible for the design of the electrical drawing package, component specification, software programming, training, and professional development within the team.

Principal Job Duties:

• Design, develop, and provide all electrical schematics in AutoCAD Electrical.
• Apply applicable codes to the design of industrial electrical circuits such as, but not limited to NEC, CSA, and NFPA.
• Manage all electrical and control aspects of assigned engineering projects, and work closely with the other functions of the engineering group such as Operations, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, etc.
• Work within a team of electrical/controls and mechanical engineers in the design and commissioning of multiple projects with strict and overlapping schedules.
• Interpret customer specifications and scopes of work and apply them to the electrical / controls design under governing industrial electrical codes.
• Specify all electrical / control components required to meet the customer's desired application.
• Assist in the design and develop software programming, including PLC, HMI, Servo Control, etc.
  
  
  
  • Write PLC code from scratch
  • Develop HMI's from scratch.
  • Program a broad range of control components such as servo drives, measuring light curtains, safety scanners, vision cameras, as well as various other programmable control components.
  
  
  
  
• Assist in the integrate Robotic Systems, with a focus on Finishing & Dispensing applications.
  
  
  
  • Fanuc, ABB, Motoman, Kuka (Fanuc experience is preferred)
  • Path Programming / Sequence Programming/Robot I/O programming
  • Robot Communications / PLC Safety Interlocks
  
  
  
  
• Conduct I/O checks on systems at customer facilities, and subsequent startup, and commissioning of industrial finishing and dispensing systems.
• Communicate effectively with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Desire and ability to learn new control technology.
• Work closely with the engineering sales team to develop accurate project bids with a focus on the electrical and controls componentry.
• Provide guidance and oversight during project design, installation and start up.
• Provide training and guidance for Associate Controls Engineers and Project Leaders.
• Participate in final design reviews.
• Adhere to quality and design standards from conception through completion, ensuring a quality product or service.

Requirements:

• A technical college degree, plus a minimum of ten (10) years' experience in the industrial automation environment or other combined relevant experience

• Experience in machine vision is required
• Rockwell Software experience is preferred
• Robot Programming experience is preferred
• Safety Systems Programming experience is preferred

• Ability to travel approximately 30% of the time, dependent on the project schedule
• Possess the ability to lead, teach and/or mentor colleagues in specific area of product expertise
• Proven automation industry knowledge and product category differentiation
• Proven experience of primary product category overlap and understand impact to product crossover in system solutions
• Up to date on industry trends, direction, advancements, and/or regulations
• Proven technical and/or mechanical aptitude
• Proven experience in utilizing skills to solve customer problems and assist sales staff
• Powerful sense of urgency and accountability

• Proven customer relationship building skills
• Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
• Ability to understand written and oral English and be proficient with computer, email, spreadsheets and look up documents online
• A Strong "team attitude" with the ability to work productively in group settings with other associates, customers, and vendors
• A commitment to the concept of "doing it right the first time"
• Valid Driver's License
• Aptitude to read parts manuals, vendor catalogs, understand blueprints, and communicate technical information effectively
• Must be able to work in an industrial and manufacturing environment daily, as required
• Ability to work in environments that may include:




• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Chemicals and solvents
• Electrical equipment

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Requires ability to walk, climb, stand, carry materials, stoop, kneel, bend at waist.
• Maximum unassisted lift = 50 lbs. Average lift less than 50 lbs.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Adaptability - Ability to be flexible and adjust to changes in your work environment. You can respond quickly to changing ideas, responsibilities, expectations, trends, strategies and other processes. Being adaptable also means possessing soft skills like interpersonal, communication, creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Accuracy - Ability to detect errors in normal course of work by standard check or routine crosscheck. Errors resulting from inaccuracy would create minor confusion, delay or expense to correct the situation.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Keeps commitments.
• Initiative - Takes independent actions and calculates risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance.
• Problem Solving - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Planning/Organization - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Demonstrates group presentation skills.
• Collaboration - Ability to work with others to achieve a common goal; Building and maintaining relationships through shared responsibility, respect, and empathy.