Entry-Level Electrical Engineer (Manufacturing)Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated Entry-Level Electrical Engineer to support automation, equipment upgrades, and continuous improvement projects across multiple manufacturing facilities.
This is a hands-on opportunity for a recent engineering graduate who wants to build a career in manufacturing. The selected candidate will receive training and mentorship in PLCs, HMIs, electrical controls, equipment troubleshooting, project management, and manufacturing operations.
Travel: Approximately 75%, including travel throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Key Responsibilities
- Support engineering projects focused on production efficiency, equipment reliability, safety, and manufacturing performance.
- Assist with the design, programming, testing, and troubleshooting of PLC and HMI-based control systems.
- Receive training on Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC platforms.
- Support the installation and integration of motors, variable frequency drives, sensors, HMIs, and other automation equipment.
- Assist with equipment upgrades, system commissioning, testing, and validation.
- Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and automation issues alongside senior engineers and plant maintenance teams.
- Evaluate manufacturing workflows and production processes to identify improvement opportunities.
- Help create and maintain electrical drawings, technical documentation, operating procedures, and project records.
- Collect and analyze system performance data to identify reliability issues and reduce equipment downtime.
- Assist with project cost estimates, schedules, status updates, and capital planning.
- Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, equipment vendors, and suppliers.
- Support preventative maintenance and modernization efforts for legacy control systems.
- Ensure equipment and control systems comply with applicable safety requirements, electrical codes, and industry standards.
- Maintain a safe working environment and follow all environmental, health, and safety procedures.
QualificationsRequired
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Open to recent graduates and candidates with limited professional engineering experience.
- Willing and able to travel approximately 75%, including travel throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
- Strong interest in manufacturing, electrical controls, automation, and hands-on problem-solving.
- Basic understanding of electrical systems, controls, or automation through coursework, internships, co-ops, labs, or personal projects.
- Ability to interpret or learn to interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
- Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively with plant teams, engineers, vendors, and suppliers.
Preferred, but Not Required
- Internship, co-op, or academic project experience involving manufacturing, controls, automation, robotics, or electrical systems.
- Exposure to PLCs, HMIs, motors, VFDs, sensors, or industrial automation equipment.
- Familiarity with Siemens or Allen-Bradley PLC platforms.
- Experience with AutoCAD or similar design software.
- Exposure to PLC programming through coursework or hands-on projects.
Training and Development
The selected candidate will receive hands-on training and mentorship in:
- PLC and HMI programming
- Siemens and Allen-Bradley control systems
- Industrial automation equipment
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Equipment commissioning and validation
- Manufacturing process improvement
- Engineering project management
- Safety standards and electrical codes
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person