Electrical Automation Controls Engineer

Goken America is an Engineering Services and Product Development company founded in 2004, headquartered in Dublin, Ohio. They strive to expand and deliver upon their company motto of "Creating Something Different".
Burlington, NC, USA
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5+ years of experience
AI

Description For Electrical Automation Controls Engineer

Goken America, an Engineering Services and Product Development company founded in 2004 and headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, is seeking an Electrical Automation Controls Engineer. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where you can make a difference. The company's vision is to empower associates to affect change, and their mission is to foster greatness in people, excellence in clients, and impact in communities.

As an Electrical Automation Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for developing preliminary designs, programming PLCs and safety controllers, maintaining electrical drawings, and supporting various project management activities. Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing preliminary designs and establishing functional requirements for new devices and systems
  • Programming PLCs, drives, and safety controllers
  • Maintaining and updating electrical drawings in AutoCAD
  • Developing wire schedules for field interconnections
  • Supporting FAT and SAT at customer locations
  • Creating estimates and budgets, managing vendors, and delivering technical documentation
  • Coordinating installation and startup of projects
  • Providing technical support for issue-solving and equipment maintenance
  • Involvement in project management activities, including financial justification and machine acceptance

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 5 years of industrial electrical design experience in manufacturing, and experience with Allen-Bradley Rockwell PLCs and AutoCAD. The ability to work independently, lead teams, and provide technical guidance to Senior Management is crucial.

Goken America offers an excellent benefits package, including one month of paid time off per year, a competitive compensation plan, and potential relocation assistance. They are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace. Join Goken America and be part of a team that's "Creating Something Different" in the engineering and product development industry.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Electrical Automation Controls Engineer

  • Develops preliminary designs and help establish functional requirements for new devices and systems
  • Programming of PLC, drives, safety controller
  • Maintaining and updating Electrical drawings in AutoCAD
  • Develop wire schedules for interconnection in the field
  • Support FAT and SAT at customer locations
  • Creates estimates and budgets, ensure part and system procurement, oversee the fabrication of electrical equipment, manage vendors and contractors, deliver complete and up-to-date technical documentation
  • Coordinates installation and startup of projects
  • Provide technical support for issue solving and analysis
  • Involved in all project management activities
  • Travel as required

Requirements For Electrical Automation Controls Engineer

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 5 years of industrial electrical design experience in manufacturing
  • Experience programming Allen-Bradley Rockwell PLCs
  • Experience doing 2D electrical schematics in AutoCAD
  • Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional group setting
  • Ability to work independently, and to lead, coach and mentor others

Benefits For Electrical Automation Controls Engineer

  • Paid time off
  • Competitive compensation plan
  • Relocation assistance (when applicable)
  • Temporary housing (when applicable)
  • Visa support (when applicable)

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