Job Title: Corporate Electrical & Controls Engineer
Location: Ice Industries HQ ∙ 3810 Herr Road ∙ Sylvania, OH 43560
General Job Function
The Corporate Electrical & Controls Engineer is responsible for supporting the design, development, and operation of electrical and mechanical systems within our production facilities. This role focuses on setting up, configuring, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical control systems, including PLCs, sensors, actuators, robotics, and related hardware, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime of process equipment. Activities include (but are not limited to) panel layout and design, PLC programming, SCADA/HMI programming, robot programming, customer interaction, start-up, and training.
Job Duties
- 01Develop control designs, both hardware and software, and assist in establishing control standards for new designs or modifications to existing equipment.
- 02Commission, start-up, and troubleshoot new or existing electrical installations.
- 03Analyze plant processes, design, and implement improvements.
- 04Prepares system design and specification, including bill of materials, wiring schematics, programming, simulation, testing, installation, start-up, debugging, and troubleshooting of equipment and systems.
- 05Support the development of optimum assembly procedures and systems for new product launches and automation upgrades.
- 06Troubleshoot and adjust PLC and HMI programs; assist with hardware and process issues.
- 07Assist in the assembly, programming, and installation of equipment as necessary.
- 08Provide training to internal personnel as necessary.
- 09Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned, including projects or assignments to support the company.
Working Conditions
- 10The Corporate Electrical & Controls Engineer position is designated as safety-sensitive and requires direct work with manufacturing machinery and equipment.
- 11Exposure to noise and machinery, and varying temperatures typical of manufacturing operations
- 12Requires wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) in production areas in accordance with safety policies
- 13Manual dexterity for operating office equipment and hand tools.
- 14Must be able to bend at the waist and knees, walk, and stand for extended periods
- 15Must be able to stoop, crawl under or over, and frequently climb (stairs)
- 16Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds when necessary
- 17Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
- 18Must be flexible and able to change schedule and work hours to meet the organization's needs, including evenings and weekends.
- 19Must be able to travel frequently by land and air, including international travel.
Required Education, Experience & Skills
- 20Bachelor's degree in engineering, electrical, manufacturing, or mechanical engineering.
- 21Minimum five years of hands-on controls, automation, and electrical troubleshooting and start-up experience.
- 22Experience in PLC programming with Siemens or Allen Bradley PLCs.
- 23Robot programming (Epson, Fanuc, Yaskawa preferred) to include the resetting of pick/set points.
- 24Experience working with automation, control, and monitoring systems and software, and highly proficient with AutoCAD/Inventor (or equivalent drafting/modeling software).
- 25Ability to install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical systems and electrical equipment.
- 26Proficiency with Test Equipment (Multimeters, Ammeters, Data Loggers, Scopes).
- 27Able to read and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics, blueprints, technical procedures, safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
- 28Must be computer literate and proficient with Windows and MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- 29Ability to work with and communicate (verbal and written) effectively within all levels of the organization.
- 30Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide inches and pounds using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- 31Ability to self-motivate, problem-solve, and work in a dynamic environment.
- 32Ability to apply common sense understanding to complete written, oral, or diagram instructions.
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