3+ years of experience in industrial automation or custom machinery
Strong background in motion control systems and manufacturing equipment
Experience with equipment commissioning and troubleshooting
Familiarity with UL508A and NFPA 79 standards
Knowledge of robotic systems and multi-axis motion equipment
Responsibilities
Design electrical systems for automated machinery and motion platforms
Develop electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams
Specify components like PLCs, VFDs, and safety devices
Support PLC, HMI, and motion integration with Controls Engineers
Participate in project kickoff meetings and design reviews
Provide technical support during machine builds and troubleshooting
Maintain accurate engineering documentation and support continuous improvement
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge automation solutions
Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
Involvement in diverse projects across various industries
Potential for travel to customer sites for hands-on support
Focus on continuous improvement and professional development
Full Job Description
Work Description:
The Electrical Engineer within the Motion Division is responsible for the design, development, integration, and support of custom automated equipment and advanced motion systems. This role supports projects from concept through commissioning and plays a key role in delivering high-performance automation solutions for industrial, energy, composites, and advanced manufacturing applications.
The position works closely with Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing, and Field Service to ensure systems are designed for functionality, manufacturability, reliability, and serviceability. This role will support both standard product platforms and highly engineered custom systems, including confidential customer programs.
Key Responsibilities:
Electrical System Design
Design electrical systems for automated machinery, motion platforms, and engineered equipment
Develop electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and bills of material
Specify electrical components including: PLC hardware, VFDs and servo drives, safety devices and relays, power distribution systems, sensors and instrumentation, and network and communication hardware
Support development of machine power distribution and control architectures
Ensure designs comply with applicable electrical codes and standards including UL, NEC, NFPA, and customer specifications
Automation & Controls Integration
Work closely with Controls Engineers to support PLC, HMI, servo, and motion integration
Assist in troubleshooting automation and electrical integration challenges during assembly and commissioning
Support development and optimization of machine safety systems
Coordinate electrical design requirements for robotic and motion control systems
Assist with machine debug, startup, and validation activities
Project Execution
Participate in project kickoff meetings and design reviews
Support project timelines through timely release of drawings and documentation
Coordinate with Procurement and Manufacturing on component selection, lead times, and substitutions
Support FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing), SAT (Site Acceptance Testing), and customer commissioning activities
Travel as required for equipment installation, startup, troubleshooting, and customer support
Manufacturing & Assembly Support
Provide technical support to assembly technicians and electricians during machine builds
Assist in resolving wiring, integration, and field issues
Review and improve electrical assembly processes for efficiency and standardization
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, cost, and manufacturability
Documentation & Continuous Improvement
Maintain accurate engineering documentation and revision control
Support creation of electrical standards and design best practices
Assist in standardizing components and reducing electrical system complexity across platforms
Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for field or production issues
Requirements
Required
3+ years of experience in industrial automation, custom machinery, or engineered equipment preferred
Experience with motion control systems, industrial automation, or manufacturing equipment strongly preferred
Experience supporting equipment commissioning and troubleshooting preferred
Preferred
Experience with custom automation systems or engineered-to-order equipment
