Electrical Controls and Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to become an integral part of our team! You will be responsible for the design and development of electrical control panels and systems.

Responsibilities:

Reading electrical and mechanical schematics and drawings for control systems

Design electrical and mechanical schematics and drawings for control systems

Interface with the customer to discuss project scope, system functionality, and user requirements

Spec in components and build out a Bill of Materials to meet customer project requirements

Estimate time for engineering, design, BOM development, and creation of a working set of prints for quoting purposes

Create electrical prints for electrical enclosures and/or automation systems in AutoCAD or SolidWorks Electrical

Oversee the construction, including assembly, wiring, and testing of UL 508A control panels to print as designed

Program parameters for VFDs and write PLC programs for the control of automation systems

Upload parameters or programs into newly built systems

Test and ensure reliable operation of equipment

Research and document projects

Track project timelines to complete tasks on schedule

Qualifications:

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field or 7 years of equivalent experience required

Previous experience in industrial automation, electrical controls, manufacturing, or other related fields

Knowledge of and experience programming to IEC Standard and working with Mitsubishi and Allen Bradley PLCs preferred

Experience working with VFDs, HMIs, servos, robots, and other industrial instrumentation

Strong working knowledge with electrical schematics and can demonstrate ability to read, interpret, and draw electrical prints

Knowledge of UL 508A standards

Deadline and detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines at onceCompany Description

HPE Automation is a family owned and operated organization that offers automation solutions to our customers by representing industry leading manufacturers of industrial automation and robotic products. Since founded in 1980, customers have depended on HPE’s ability to anticipate, identify, and define issues and opportunities to help their business. We deliver value through our extensive knowledge of industrial automation processes and products, which helps our customers gain a competitive edge in their markets. HPE Automation’s core competencies and focus products include Pneumatics, VFD's, PLC's, HMI's Robotics, Machine Guarding and Framing, Electric Actuators, Conveyors, Machine Vision, Barcode/ID products, and other motion control products.

As a family operated business, we refuse to lose sight of the importance of our employees. We constantly seek self-improvements in the same way that we seek improvements for our customers, and that means investing in and supporting the growth of our team members. Due to this commitment, we have a great team of people in place to drive the growth and success for our business, and it is our people who make HPE Automation the best high-tech distributor in Florida!

Full-time