About Us
Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.
If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!
Job Summary
The Electrical Engineer II works with the overall project team to design and document systems. Designs and drafts control systems for material handling solutions using AutoCAD Electrical. Drawing sets include device layout drawings, E-Stop zone drawings, control schematics, panel layouts, power distribution, parts procurement, and network and installation details.
Responsibilities- Works closely with project leads to design device layouts and schematic drawing sets based on project requirements
- Designs system layouts, network layouts, and other installation details
- Prepares schematics and panel layouts for control panel fabrication
- Creates bills of material for panels
- Coordinates ordering of field materials and panels
- Prints, plots, and assembles drawing sets for electrician bids, stamping, and field installation
- Identifies and implements automation tools within the department to improve efficiency
- Updates drawings to “as-built” status at project completion
- Follow and contribute to department processes and standards
- Active participant in the team’s overall objectives
- Travels up to 20%
Education and Experience Requirements
- Associate’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or similar Engineering discipline
- Minimum of 3 years of experience designing industrial controls in a CAD environment
Knowledge, Skills and Abiliites Requirements
- Knowledge of design of controls and controllers such as Rockwell/Allen-Bradley
- Proficient with an electrical CAD design software; AutoCAD Electrical 2020+ preferred
- Knowledge of electrical controls terminology
- Knowledge of NFPA 70 National Electric Code, NFPA 79, UL 508A and other electrical/safety standards
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Detail-oriented
- Team-oriented and collaborative
- Creative-thinking and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated
- Ability to work non-traditional hours
Benefit Information:
- Many great benefits to include Health/Vision/Dental/401k with match
- FSA/HSA
- Employee Assistance Program
EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans
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Job Posting Min SalaryUSD $90,000.00 Job Posting Max SalaryUSD $110,000.00
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