Southwire Company

Engineer, Electrical II

Southwire Company$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
  • 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Proficiency in ladder logic/PLC programming, preferably Siemens and Rockwell
  • Working knowledge of power distribution and control devices
  • Competency in Electrical CAD

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and resolve malfunctions in machine control systems
  • Develop and modify PLC and HMI applications
  • Participate in the commissioning of new systems
  • Design and maintain instrumentation and control systems
  • Conduct electrical control system hardware design

Benefits

  • 401k with matching contributions and pension eligibility
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance packages
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Job Summary/Objective:
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
• Experience and proficiency with ladder logic/PLC programming, Siemens and Rockwell preferred
• Develops new and modifies existing PLC and/or HMI applications, interfaces, or embedded controls systems.
• Participates in set-up and commissioning of new systems or upgrading of current systems.
• Knowledge of AC and DC circuitry and electrical concepts
• Versatile in ladder logic and various PLC programming languages. Working knowledge of field control devices (motors, relays, switches, photoeyes, etc.)
• Designs, develops, maintains, and modifies instrumentations and control systems
• Start to finish electrical control system hardware design experience (control panel and field wiring).
• Competency in Electrical CAD
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's
Specialized Degree: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Years of Experience: 3+ Years
Field of Expertise: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering in Manufacturing Environment
Preferred Certificates: PMP
Preferred Field of Expertise: Prior Experience in the Wire and Cable Manufacturing Industry

Other Preferred Skills, Licenses and Certifications
  • Working knowledge of power distribution, networks, PLC, HMI, and drive hardware and software.
  • Ability to read and create schematic drawings using AutoCAD software.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with Operators, Technicians, Management and others.
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
  • Must possess a sense of urgency and ownership when working within time constraints.
  • Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.


Travel

Travel: Domestic- Up to 10%
Workplace Setting: In Office/On Site 5 days a week

Physical Requirements

Carrying/Lifting: 15%
Standing: 10%
Sitting: 25%
Walking: 50%

Working Conditions

Office, Plant Floor Various Shifts, Overtime, Weekends, Holidays, Extreme Cold/Heat, Loud Noise

Competencies

Action Oriented
Balances Stakeholders
Collaborates
Customer Focus
Nimble Learning
Plans and Aligns

Skills

Benefits We Offer:
  • 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
  • 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

About Southwire Company

Southwire Company is a leading manufacturer of wire and cable used in the transmission and distribution of electricity. The company also produces a range of other electrical products, including wiring devices, tools, and equipment. Southwire serves customers in the construction, industrial, utility, and OEM markets. The company was founded in 1950 and is headquartered in Carrollton, Georgia.
Learn more about Southwire Company
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1937

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