Electrical Controls Designer

Bendix, part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, sets the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. Join our team to collaborate with talented colleagues, engage in rewarding opportunities, and contribute to innovative projects with a strong commitment to ethics and integrity.

About the role

Electrical Controls Design Engineer needed for a new organization that produces custom, automated machinery for various locations within Bendix. This role involves designing control panels for automation systems from concept to completion, with a focus on electrical 2D design, HMI, and PLC programming.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate electrical systems, products, components, and applications by designing automation systems, applying knowledge of electricity and materials.
• Confirm systems and components capabilities.
• Create electrical design drawings by studying project requirements/specifications and manufacturing and assembly methods and materials; collaborate with other essential departments.
• Develop manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for building and assembling components.
• Assure product quality by designing electrical testing methods; testing finished products and system capabilities.
• Provide engineering information by answering questions and requests.
• Maintain product and company reputation by complying with federal and state regulations.
• Create wiring diagrams, wire routing schematics, and harness fabrication statements; assist with documentation of systems.
• Draw and modify schematics using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Create panel designs, select components, generate electrical part lists for ordering, and create purchasing requisitions.
• Develop controls design standards and templates based on company practices.
• Construct manuals and support documentation for customers.
• Assist technicians with questions related to schematics.
• Support hardware debug to verify system operation.
• Work with the engineering team and customers regarding projects.
• Travel to customer facilities prior to system design and assist as needed (50% travel).
• Perform other duties as necessary to ensure organizational success and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with Electrical 2D design software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical).
• HMI and PLC programming experience (required).
• Pneumatic design experience (required).
• Preferred: 5+ years of engineering experience in designing control panels for automation systems.
• Experience with the following software/programs:
  • Electrical Schematic 2D software (AutoCAD Electrical plus).
  • PLC and HMI programming languages (required).
  • Robot programming (Fanuc, a plus).
  • Servo Drives (a plus).
  • Sensor Technologies (flow, pressure, level, temperature, analytical, counters, position, motion, vision, etc.).
  • Networks and PC tools (CC Link, DeviceNet, Ethernet, EthernetIP, EtherCAT, I/O Link).
  • Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of and experience working in a manufacturing environment with technical understanding of operations and manufacturing flow.
• Up-to-date professional and technical knowledge.
• Ability to conceptualize and communicate technical information verbally and in writing.
• Understanding of RIA Robot Safety Standards, OSHA Safety Standards, NFPA 79 standards, and NEC.

Qualifications

• Allen Bradley and Siemens Controls PLC (5 years preferred, 3 years minimum).
• Robotics (5 years preferred, 3 years minimum).
• Electrical controls panel design (3 years required).
• Knowledge of safety control requirements for PLCs and control systems.