Electrical Engineer II

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Manager of Engineering, the Electrical Engineer II troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions to machine control systems and makes recommendations to improve efficiency or quality concerns.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions to machine control systems and makes recommendations to improve efficiency or quality concerns.
• Develops new and modifies existing PLC and/or HMI applications, interfaces and embedded controls systems.
• Participates in set-up and commissioning of new systems or upgrading of current systems.
• Designs, develops, maintains and modifies instrumentations and control systems.
• Works independently as well as in a team environment.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Minimum 3 years experience in industrial / manufacturing environment.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Preferred 5 years experience in industrial / manufacturing environment.
• Experience and proficiency with ladder logic/PLC programming, Siemens and Rockwell strongly preferred.
• Versatile in ladder logic and various PLC programming languages strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of field control devices (motors, relays, switches, photoeyes, etc.) strongly preferred.
• Start to finish electrical control system hardware design experience (control panel and field wiring) preferred.
• Knowledge of AC and DC circuitry and electrical concepts preferred.

Physical Requirements

None specified.

Work Environment

None specified.

Equipment

None specified.

Competencies

Not specified.

Skills

Not specified.

Benefits We Offer

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.