AutoCAD, Bill of Materials (BOM), CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, Communication Skills, Construction Support, Control Systems, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Identify Issues, Input/Output, Manufacturing, Memory Hardware, Motor Control Systems, Organizational Skills, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Resolve Customer Issues, Schematics, Software Design, Solenoids, Technical Leadership, Technical/Engineering Design
Job Description
Express Employment Professionals in Lynchburg is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer for one of its well-established clients in the Lynchburg area. This position is responsible for designing and supporting the implementation of PLC-based control systems and panels for material-handling equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience with electrical control-panel design, AutoCAD, programmable controllers, and manufacturing documentation. This position is for a detail-oriented engineering professional who enjoys turning technical requirements into reliable control solutions.
Skills and Experience Requirements
- Experience designing electrical control panels and PLC-based control systems
- Proficiency with AutoCAD or comparable electrical-design software
- Knowledge of programmable controllers, I/O requirements, and memory requirements
- Understanding of motor and control circuits
- Familiarity with UL 508A specifications
- Ability to read, review, and revise electrical drawings and schematics
- Experience creating bills of materials and production documentation
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Clear communication and customer-service skills
- Ability to coordinate technical requirements with vendors, manufacturing teams, and field personnel
- Willingness to work overtime as required
Job Responsibilities
- Design control panels using AutoCAD and other applicable software
- Prepare field-component and conveyor layouts based on control-system requirements
- Add motors, solenoids, photo eyes, limit switches, and other components to field layouts
- Select programmable controllers based on project I/O, memory, and customer requirements
- Design and specify motor and control circuits in accordance with UL 508A specifications
- Generate bills of materials for control panels, consoles, and field components
- Complete production orders identifying the materials and components required for manufacturing
- Support the construction and wiring of control panels
- Prepare and submit layout sketches, schematic sketches, bills of materials, and production worksheets
- Review preliminary drawings and bills of materials and make necessary corrections
- Coordinate interfaces and other technical requirements with outside vendors
- Provide telephone support for field installation and troubleshooting
- Address customer-service issues as needed
- Work overtime when required
Pay and Schedule
$38–$55 an hour, based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated controls-design expertise.
Available work schedules are 4:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. or 5:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
You should be proficient in:
- Electrical Schematics
- CAD Software
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Industrial Electrical Experience
- Electrical Schematic Reading
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Express Employment Professionals - Lynchburg