Electrical Engineer II
Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States.
About the role
As an Automation Electrical Engineer, you will collaborate within a team of automation and process engineers to transform process control concepts into robust, capable solutions. The team is responsible for supporting, modifying, and upgrading process control, testing, and measurement components, along with related software on existing machinery. This role offers opportunities to apply design experience in areas such as robotics, electronics, machine vision, analog and digital signal processing, data management, and integrated measurement equipment. You will also provide support to technicians, assisting with troubleshooting hardware and software to resolve equipment functionality issues. This role requires interaction across the facility, interfacing with all process departments.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and support electronic systems for test-manufacturing equipment.
- Collaborate on process control, testing, and measurement components.
- Troubleshoot hardware and software to resolve equipment functionality issues.
- Interface with various process departments across the facility.
- Apply expertise in robotics, electronics, machine vision, and signal processing.
Requirements
- Minimum of a BSCS, BSEE, BSEET, or BS Physics degree, with relevant coursework in automation and system integration.
- At least 3 years of applied professional experience in electronic development, design, and support of test-manufacturing equipment.
- Major in electrical engineering, with a minor in software programming.
- Working knowledge of electronic components and systems.
- Experience with industrial networking, PLC, and PC-based control systems environments.
- Ability to obtain a security clearance.
Skills
- Robotics and mechatronics experience.
- Experience with statistical process control and data-driven problem solving.
- Machine vision image analysis and integration, including experience with leading hardware/software manufacturers and libraries; interpretation of layered soft edge objects.
- Familiarity with HMI devices and instrumentation.
- Proficiency in digital and analog control methods.
- Understanding of computer hardware and networking.
- Electronics knowledge, including component-level design and electrical layouts.
- Familiarity with pneumatics and hydraulics.
- Motorized motion control expertise.
- Experience with machine vision systems and safety systems.
- Adaptability and proficiency in programming across various languages and industrial standards such as IEC 61131-3, Visual Studio.Net, and Codesys.
- Hands-on technical experience and graphical user interface design skills.
- Experience with CAD.
- Knowledge of version control and documentation practices.
Benefits
- Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off.
- Competitive compensation & 401(k) program.
- Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts.
- Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances available.
- Flexible Vacation & PTO.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- Generous Employee Referral Program.
- Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more.
- Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees.
Pay
The salary range listed for this position reflects the anticipated base pay range for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, business needs, internal equity, and geographic location.
Why Roanoke, Virginia?
- Lower cost of living.
- Family-friendly area.
- Career and economic growth.
- Scenic beauty.
- Outdoor enthusiast’s dream.