Electrical Engineer

Job Description

DNP IAM is a 100 percent U.S. subsidiary of Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. (DNP) – the world’s largest manufacturer of dye-sublimation media for photo printers and thermal transfer ribbons and barcode printers. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation has the broadest selection of solutions for the photo retail market and products designed to address retailer’s specific business goals and objectives—backed by the quality and reliability today’s customers expect. Manufacturing, sales, and development offices of dye-sublimation media for photo printers are in Concord, NC, and more information is available at

Job purpose

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for specification, installation, and maintenance of manufacturing, and physical plant equipment, along with project work to improve the safety, quality, and performance of the manufacturing facility. Under the direction of the Plant Engineering Manager, the electrical engineer will work with the engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to improve safety, reliability, and efficiency.

Duties and responsibilities

Maintain automatic machines with PLCs, hydraulics, and pneumatic controls.

Able to utilize software to troubleshoot PLC’s HMI’s and AC Drives.

Layout, install, adjust, and maintain a variety of electrical equipment such as wiring, motors, switches, controllers, and electrical mechanisms.

Diagnose and remedy any electrical trouble quickly to avoid shutdowns.

Determine necessary repairs, tear down, and reassemble machines.

Maintain equipment drawings and documentation to utilize such references for timely repairs.

Troubleshoot potential problems before machinery incurs additional expense or production downtime.

Assist in the installation of new equipment as necessary.

Demonstrate flexibility by being on-call as needed to maintain production schedules and remaining on the shift when needed to manage shifting priorities and demands.

Perform preventative maintenance, 5S, improvement, and special projects, as well as perform other assigned tasks as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.

Qualifications

Preferred: Minimum; Associate in Applied Science – Electronics Engineering Technology, equivalent experience or Electrical Certification or License

At least 3 years of experience performing maintenance and repair of machinery, support equipment, and facility with a focus on electrical components. Troubleshoot and repair existing or potential electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical problems.

Must be able to work from blueprints, manufacturer specifications, and wiring diagrams.

Ability to use common precision measurement gages and equipment.

Technical knowledge of automated production machine equipment and maintenance required.

Experience with batch mixing, coating, and laminate extrusion processes preferred.

Experience with Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley, and Yaskawa PLCs preferred.

Physically able to pass spirometry exam for test fitting of respiratory equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities and this position reports directly to the Engineering Manager.

Physical Demands

Must be able to stand/walk for an 8-hour shift.

Must be able to push/pull/ lift at least 45 lbs. individually and 50 lbs. with the help of a team member.

Must be able to use, handle, and manipulate items and materials, including hazardous materials, with proper material handling equipment/tools.

Must complete 24/40-hour HazWoper Training and be medically qualified to wear respiratory protection.

Ability to work in an office setting, and spend primary working hours at a desk using a computer and other office equipment such as printers, copiers, postage machines, etc.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Safety Requirements

Physically able to pass spirometry exam for test fitting of respiratory equipment.

Ability to wear required PPE (including safety glasses, gloves (nitrile, canvas, etc.), hearing protection, ANSI-approved footwear, and others as required.) in any manufacturing area.

Ability to wear required PPE if in any manufacturing area.

The hiring range for this position is $70,000 to $100,000 per year. This range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications. DNP offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. The benefits for this position include health, dental, vision, critical illness, life insurance, flexible spending, retirement, paid time off, pet insurance, and many retail discounts.

DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.