Design Electrical Engineer
Job Description
Title: Design Electrical Engineer
Location: Alsip, IL
Overview:
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Hire Type: Direct hire - $70-$100k per year depending on experience.
Job Summary:
An experienced Electrical Design Engineer who demonstrates significant experience and proven track record designing Industrial Process Machinery electrical power distribution and PLC Control systems for major process/construction capital projects on a global scale.
Job Duties:
· Design and/or supervise electrical engineering performed by engineering consultants, including power distribution, process lighting, installation engineering, communication network design and PLC programming.
· Ensure that electrical engineering meets applicable installation and safety codes, such as the NEC and/or IEC and/or Crown’s equipment specifications.
· Assist operating group in determination of machine control hardware and software levels.
· Monitor and ensure conformity of machine vendor’s control design, expedite the delivery of drawings and operating programs and assure timely delivery of information to line installation engineers.
· Inspect, at vendor’s plant, the completed machine, witness test runs and buy-off the electrical installation, design, operation, control and programs.
· Consult, on as requested basis, with plant operations to assist in resolving machine performance improvements.
· Provide assistance during machine installation and line debug phases to assure timely resolution of equipment problems, engineering questions, starts-up deviations, etc.
Qualifications:
· Minimum 5 years “Hands On” experience – which must include designing building power distribution plus machine and line control systems utilizing a variety of PLCs ( Allen Bradley specifically ).
Qualifications: Degree, Professional etc.
· Bachelor’s degree in electrical or electronics engineering is preferred.
Knowledge: Company practices, Legislation etc
· Strong technical background showing broad understanding of electrical power distribution and machine controls design and installation.
· Knowledge of PLC Programming, HMI software programming, Electrical Controls and Schematics
· Solid experience in PLC and HMI systems design including: PLC system hardware selection, I/O panels and subsystems layout and wiring
· Proven record of delivering engineering outputs to achieve scheduled targets.
· Computer literate. Must include AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite.
· Excellent analytical, technical, problem-solving, research and teamwork skills.
· Excellent verbal and written communications skills are mandatory.
Travel: Travel to EU/USA/Global is sometimes required.
· Up to 15% travel including international Travel
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information
Meet Your Recruiter
Alejandra (Aly) Mora
Aly Mora is a devoted Technical Recruiter specializing in the dynamic Automation Division. With a rewarding 2-year tenure at Sterling, Aly’s passion for shaping people's careers and adeptness at navigating the competitive recruitment landscape make her a standout professional.
As a Technical Recruiter within the Automation Division, Aly brings a deep understanding of the industry's particulars, enabling her to expertly match skilled professionals with positions that align with their talents and aspirations. Her commitment to finding the perfect fit drives her to facilitate transformative career moves.
What Aly enjoys most about recruiting is the opportunity to shape people's careers positively. She takes pride in matching candidates' skills with the right job - witnessing their growth and success as they navigate their professional journeys. Aly is fueled by knowing she plays a pivotal role in her candidates' achievements.
In addition to her dedication to candidates, Aly extends her expertise to advising job seekers. Her advice is rooted in thorough research, urging candidates to invest time in understanding the company they're applying to, its values, culture, and industry presence. She believes informed candidates can ask insightful questions during interviews, showcasing their genuine interest and proactive attitude.