Sterling Engineering · 10 hours ago
Electrical Design Engineer
Elgin, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$95K/yr - $115K/yr
3+ years expSterling Engineering is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to support the automation development team in designing and building automation and robotic equipment. This role involves overseeing the entire process from project concept to installation, focusing on electrical design and integration.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Collaborate with project manager and design engineers to develop electrical designs for industrial equipment
Evaluate and select industrial control system hardware to meet machine requirements
Create electrical and pneumatic schematics and bills of materials using EPlan Electric P8
Design custom industrial control panels and manage their assembly and testing
Support assembly and debug operations by providing direction on electrical assembly and troubleshooting issues
Will require some travel to other locations to assist with installation and startup
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience in electrical design for custom automated equipment using EPlan or AutoCAD Electrical
Strong knowledge of electrical concepts, including three phase power distribution and industrial networking protocols
Hands-on experience with electrical and pneumatic systems
Experience with industrial automation hardware, including PLCs, VFDs, and servomotors
Proficiency in US electrical standards NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and UL508A
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent experience
Benefits
Full medical, dental, life insurance
PTO
401(k)
Company
Sterling Engineering
Sterling Engineering is an engineering company providing technical recruitment and engineering project services.
501-1000 employees
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