Electrical Engineer - Controls Design

Job Description

Sunnen Products Company is investing in our next 100 years and is hiring! We are seeking results-driven, excited candidates that are interested in working for a company with a long legacy and a bright future! Sunnen Products Company was founded over 100 years ago in 1924 by Joseph Sunnen. For the last 100 years, we have been a global leader in the manufacturing and distribution of bore sizing and finishing equipment, engine rebuilding equipment, and tooling and abrasives.

As the leading global manufacturer of precision honing equipment and related accessories, Sunnen Products Company provides excellent employment opportunities for those in search of a challenging and rewarding career. We pride ourselves on our quality products, exceptional customer service and highly valued employees.

Position Summary

The Controls Design Engineer responsibilities include design of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic controls systems using Beckhoff PC's to control servo motors and VFD's.

Essential Functions Of The Job

The Controls Design Engineer will be responsible for delivering engineering results that include the following:

• Project management of the machine (on time, on budget) from inception to delivery while being involved and assisting with troubleshooting of issues.
• Design and detail the control schematics and BOM's
• Program the PLC and computers for a given machine project.
• Size and specify servo systems.
• Provide troubleshooting of programmed devices, including the ability to perform programming and debugging functions for PLC or PC based devices while also developing company protocols for such.
• As appropriate, design, layout, assemble and test electrical control panels and wiring for machine and automation systems, may also provide guidance to others in assembly work
• Follow regulatory standards in the design of compliant electrical systems

Electrical Emphasis Position

• As appropriate, provide troubleshooting of programmed devices with guidance from senior level advisement
• As appropriate, design, layout, assemble and test electrical control panels and wiring for machine and automation systems, may also provide guidance to others in assembly work
• Follow regulatory standards in the design of compliant electrical systems

Marginal Functions

Complete Basic Training tasks to:

• Become familiar with all company policies and standards
• Gain Proficiency in the use of company IT systems
• Gain and apply basic knowledge of the honing process; application and troubleshooting
• Gain basic knowledge to understand structure and practices for all company departments with which the position is expected to interact

Physical/Visual Activities Or Demands

Physical/visual activities or demands that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, feel, talk or hear.
• The employee must exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include clarity of vision at 20 feet or more as well as 20 inches or less.

Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions

Environmental and atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• Good working conditions with occasional exposure to some elements that make conditions less desirable than usually found in an office.

Education

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Requires broad knowledge of an engineering discipline equivalent to a Bachelor's degree.

Experience

• Minimum of five years of related experience required to qualify for the position. Expect seven to ten years of overall experience in the discipline to become proficient in the requirements of the position.

Skills And Abilities

which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:

• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problem, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to effectively work and interact with others.
• Ability to manage projects and lead the work of peers.

Machines, Tools, Equipment And Work Aids

which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:

• CRM, ERP, CAD/CAM Software experience and knowledge
• C# and C++ real time programming experience
• PLC and HMI programming experience (Beckhoff or Siemens preferred)
• Electrical panel layout experience
• 2D CAD experience – Wiring diagrams
• Knowledge of NFPA 79, CE Machinery Directive

License(s)/Certification(s) Required

• None Required

Sunnen is an equal opportunity employer and provides a friendly, family-oriented atmosphere. We are proud to say that our average length of service is nearly 20 years! Apply today to join Sunnen Products Company and work alongside leading manufacturers as you build a rewarding career!

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

"Commonly associated" is not intended to mean always or only. There are different experiences that suggest other ways or circumstances where reasonable changes or accommodations are appropriate.

All activities, Demands, Conditions and Requirements are linked to Essential Job Functions unless marked with an asterisk which denotes linkage only to marginal function(s).

We require a background and SSN check, drug test, and physical for pre-employment.