Electrical Automation Engineer

viaPhoton · Naperville, IL · Yesterday

On-siteEngineering$75k–$100k/yrOther

About the role

You'll own the electrical design of one-of-a-kind automation machines that power fiber optic manufacturing, from PCBAs to full electrical enclosures. This is hands-on work that brings together machine vision, precision motion control, and electrical safety.

This is hands-on work that brings together machine vision, precision motion control, and creative design. Build novel automation machines that bring together machine vision, precision motion control, and creative design.

Validate electrical enclosures for human and environmental safety against standards like UL508A, NFPA 79, and ISO 13849. Develop and deploy computer vision systems for real-time applications, including camera calibration, lighting, and micron-level resolution. Collaborate across engineering, operations, and production teams to deliver solutions that work on the floor.

Responsibilities

Own the electrical design of automation machines and PCBAs, from greenfield concepts to legacy redesigns
Build novel automation machines that bring together machine vision, precision motion control, and creative design
Validate electrical enclosures for human and environmental safety against standards like UL508A, NFPA 79, and ISO 13849
Develop and deploy computer vision systems for real-time applications, including camera calibration, lighting, and micron-level resolution
Collaborate across engineering, operations, and production teams to deliver solutions that work on the floor

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Motion Controls, or a related field
3 to 5 years delivering complex automation solutions from concept to deployment
Hands-on experience with motion control (stepper and servo motors, solenoids, collaborative robots) and sensor integration (camera, RFID, proximity)
Proficiency with PCBA design and test tools, plus programming in Python, C/C++, and PLC ladder programming (a cross-disciplined background is a plus)

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Motion Controls, or a related field

3 to 5 years delivering complex automation solutions from concept to deployment

Skills

Designing, documenting, and fabricating automation electrical cabinets
Experience with motion control (stepper and servo motors, solenoids, collaborative robots) and sensor integration (camera, RFID, proximity)
Proficiency with PCBA design and test tools, plus programming in Python, C/C++, and PLC ladder programming

Benefits

Robust health, dental, and vision coverage that starts on day 1
401(k) with 4% match, vests immediately after a 90-day waiting period
Flexible PTO that grows over time
10 paid holidays, including 2 floating holidays
Monthly team events

Pay

$75,000 to $100,000 base, plus annual bonus

Schedule

Mon–Fri | Onsite