The LJB Difference
From concept to launch, LJB Product Solutions is a customer and data driven product design/development company, providing innovative engineering services to corporations and individuals.
Our team is knowledgeable, responsive, and personal. We aren’t afraid to get our hands dirty, learn how a component functions, and leverage our diverse skill set to transform conceptual designs into tangible products and fixtures.
We pioneer custom solutions that perform. Working with a broad range of customers and environments, LJB values each client equally. We take pride in accepting personal ownership of the work that we do and treat every project/idea as our own. See Full Job Description below if you are interested in joining our team!
Controls/Electrical Engineer
Job Summary
- Responsible for assisting with the design, development, programming and build of custom, automated equipment. Must be able to perform the initial build of new equipment, program PLC’s and HMI’s, troubleshoot electro-mechanical issues, diagnose, and repair equipment, adjust, and execute maintenance of the equipment. Must maintain conformance to LJB’s quality management system.
Job Accountabilities
- Initial design of electrical controls including specification and schematic creation using AutoCAD
Electrical.
- Initial assembly and wiring of custom automated equipment per customer and internal specifications.
- Design, Analyze, troubleshoot, diagnose, adjust, or repair automated and semi-automated equipment.
- Troubleshoot and program PLC's and HMI’s.
- Adjust servo motor and actuator parameters.
- Operate computer-assisted manufacturing and design software or equipment for component fabrication and design tasks.
- Confer with other engineers, customers, or others to discuss existing or potential projects.
- Responsible for the design, support, documentation, or testing activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirements.
- Interface with Customers to establish requirements, conduct machinery runoffs and act as a technical resource for the machinery.
Job Qualifications
- Minimum Education: Bachelor’s in electrical engineering.
- Minimum Experience: 0+ years of experience.
- Minimum Field of Expertise: Knowledge of computer aided design manufacturing and design software, basic use of hand tools, Microsoft Office, CAM software and CREO products.
- Experience with electrical schematic software, AutoCAD Electrical a plus.
- Ability to read and use mechanical and electrical schematics for new equipment assembly
- Understanding of and ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, or mechanical system components, such as pumps, valves, cylinders, motors, and solenoids.
- Experience in PLC ladder logic programming / PLC troubleshooting.
- Experience and understanding of sensor function, use, and wiring.
- Experience in specifying and commissioning servo motors and drives.
- Understanding of and ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical system components such as motors, variable AC drives, PLCs, and field sensors.
- Knowledge of HMI operation and troubleshooting.
- Demonstrated proficiency with the following: electrical design, PLC ladder logic programming,
HMI programming, commissioning.
Competencies
- Flexible – Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems time efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Uses reason.
- Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Gives and welcomes feedback.
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively; Listens and gets clarification when necessary; Responds informatively to questions.
- Written Communication - Writes clearly and concisely; Edits work; Varies writing style to meet specific needs; Presents data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
- Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives.
Basic Skills
- Knowledge of engineering, design, engineering software, and computer-aided design and manufacturing software
- Basic schematic reading
- Strong communication skills
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
Computer Skills
- Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Working knowledge of PLC’s; PLC programming and editing preferred.
Travel Requirements: Typical day travel for this position is 10%. Travel is mainly within the state/local area.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
