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Electrical Engineer
Andgar Food Processing Equipment, LLC has a new opening for an experienced Electrical Engineer based out of our headquarters in Ferndale, WA. This role involves designing control programs for electrical machines and systems to automate processes. Responsibilities also include developing methods to visualize these processes to improve system operability. Additional tasks may include maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical or electronic equipment within the Food Processing Equipment division. Actual duties may vary and include some or all of the responsibilities listed below.
Pay, Incentives, and Benefits :
- Starting Salary Range : $35.00-$45.00 / hour DOE.
- Company paid Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance for employee
- Health Savings account, Vision, Long-Term
- Employee Assistance Program and Counselor on staff
- 401K (with company match)
- Accrued Paid Time Off
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Flexibility to attend family functions, sports games, recitals, etc.
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Referral bonus program & Safety Recognition Program
Essential Job Functions :
Liaise with design and customers to gather product and structural requirements and designsProgram and troubleshoot programmable logic controller (PLCs) and servo controllers.Identify potential operational issues and redesign products to improve functionalityMaintain backups of all PLC and Drive ProgramsMaintain electrical records and prints on plant equipment, conformance of plant electrical systems to safety and regulatory requirements; Maintain plant electrical systemsMount and wire electro-mechanical components such as motor controls, variable frequency drives, PLC's and instrumentation.Assembly of electro / mechanical assemblies, calibration, and testing of the final productWrite technical reports for test and quality as neededInterpret drawings, illustrations, manufacturing instructions, job orders, test and quality reportsAssembling low voltage 24V DC systems and some systems operating on 120 VAC or 480 VAC, including soldering and crimpingRead, analyze, interpret documents such as procedure manuals, wiring diagrams, blueprints & schematics to aid in the high-quality assembly and / or repair of robotic systems, power supplies and cablesPerform tasks on a variety of wires and multi-conductor cables such as cutting, sleeving, terminating and labelingContribute to the designs of new products and improvements to existing products; Contribute to moderately complex aspects of a projectResearch and evaluate products, parts, or processes for cost efficiency and reliabilityRespond to phone messages, emails in timely manner.Comply with all applicable standards, policies, or procedures, maintaining a clean work area.Adhere to assigned work schedule (attendance and punctuality)Seek assistance as needed and asks questions in a timely manner and to appropriate staffAdditional duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills & Abilities :
Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, electrical and electronic schematics, ladder logic diagrams, general machine specification documents, charts, and manuals.Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of power transmission such as gearboxes, motors, conveyors, material handling equipment, fully and semi-automated equipment.Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing fully and semi-automated equipmentSkilled in the use of power tools, shop equipment such as drill presses, grinders, etc.Strong understanding of low voltage controls and instrumentation.Strong understanding of electrical prints, symbols and safe testing methods of medium voltage systems.Ability to follow instructions with appropriate level of self-directionAbility to interact with customers, vendors and employees on a positive levelResponsive to inter-company personnelEducation & Experience :
Minimum AS Degree in Electro-mechanical Technology or 5 years of Electro-Mechanical Equipment Maintenance experience and accredited, qualifying Technical Certificate(s)BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer ScienceMinimum of 3 years prior job experience in manufacturing environmentExperience with Automation Direct, Siemens S7, TI 505, and Allen Bradley PLC systems. Knowledge of ladder logic programming and statement listsCPR & First Aid, Aerial Work Platform, Forklift, Rigging & Signaling Training within 12 months of hireCurrent Driver’s License and acceptable driving recordPlease Note : To be considered for this position, candidates must submit a resume and complete the full application . Applications missing either component will not be reviewed.
Post expires on 9 / 30 / 25
Drug Free Workplace. Andgar desires to provide a drug-free, healthful, and safe workplace. This is a safety sensitive position for which impairment while working presents a substantial risk of death, therefore a successful applicant will be subject to pre-employment drug testing including cannabis in accordance with RCW 49.44.240
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