Southwire Company

Electrical Engineer II

Southwire Company

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: HawesvilleKentuckyUnited States

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About the role

  • Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions to machine control systems and makes recommendations to improve efficiency or quality concerns
  • Experience and proficiency with ladder logic/PLC programming, Siemens and Rockwell preferred
  • Develops new and modifies existing PLC and/or HMI applications, interfaces, or embedded controls systems
  • Participates in set-up and commissioning of new systems or upgrading of current systems
  • Knowledge of AC and DC circuitry and electrical concepts
  • Versatile in ladder logic and various PLC programming languages
  • Working knowledge of field control devices (motors, relays, switches, photoeyes, etc.)
  • Designs, develops, maintains, and modifies instrumentations and control systems
  • Start to finish electrical control system hardware design experience (control panel and field wiring)
  • Competency in Electrical CAD
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Specialized Degree: Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
  • 3+ years of experience
  • Preferred Education Level: Bachelor's Specialized Degree: Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
  • 5+ years of experience
  • Working knowledge of power distribution, networks, PLC, HMI, and drive hardware and software
  • Ability to read and create schematic drawings using AutoCAD software
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with Operators, Technicians, Management and others
  • Must possess a sense of urgency and ownership when working within time constraints
  • Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Requires strong analytical, excellent verbal and written skills along with exceptional interpersonal skills
Benefits
  • 401k with Matching
  • Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
  • Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
  • Long & Short-Term Disability
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Programs
  • Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
  • Parental Leave & More
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
ladder logic programmingPLC programmingHMI applicationsembedded control systemsAC circuitryDC circuitryelectrical conceptscontrol system hardware designElectrical CADpower distribution
Soft Skills
analytical skillsverbal communicationwritten communicationinterpersonal skillsteamworkindependencesense of urgencyownershiptime managementproblem-solving
Certifications
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology