Lead Electrical Engineer

Aurora, OH
Job Requisition: 7434

Lead Electrical Engineer(Direct Hire)

Aurora,OH

Job Requisition: 7434

Annual Salary Range: $110-120k. Individual salaries are based on education, geographic location, and alignment to the market data.

 

Description for Lead Electrical Engineer:

Seeking a hands on Lead Controls Engineer to oversee and direct all electrical system project efforts; including design, validation and production. Responsible for power distribution, electrical wiring design, integration and design considerations for optimum performance. This role manages and mentors a small team of Electrical and Controls Engineers and cordinates resources required to support all phases of projects from design through manufacturing; including installation, warranty and post warranty phases. They will track and report project metrics as well as interface with suppliers and customers as needed. 

Responsibilities for Lead Electrical Engineer:

Equipment Management

  • Oversee all electrical upgrades and modifications for equipment and facilities.
  • Manage outsourcing activities related to electrical controls.
  • Conduct and/or coordinate on-site equipment startups and operator training.
  • Recommend and implement design enhancements to support continuous improvement efforts.

Process Development

  • Support the design, development, and review of division-wide processes.
  • Drive process improvements by integrating feedback from customers, assemblers, and field service teams.
  • Contribute to cost-reduction and workflow optimization projects through continuous improvement initiatives.

Project Management

  • Ensure adherence to customer specifications throughout project lifecycle.
  • Develop and manage project budgets.
  • Prepare and submit customer approval documentation.
  • Create Electrical Bills of Materials (EBOMs) for equipment projects.
  • Monitor internal readiness and verify completion of checklists prior to Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).

Research & Development

  • Collaborate with R&D teams to develop new systems, prototypes, and processes.
  • Assist in budgeting for R&D projects.

Customer Support

  • Assist in diagnosing and resolving equipment issues at customer sites.
  • Support on-site machine interventions and repairs.
  • Deliver machine training to customers.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive equipment documentation.
  • Assist in managing warranty claims and working with vendors for resolution.

Requirements forLead Electrical Engineer: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; Electrical Engineering preferred
  • Minimum 7 years of electrical engineering experience
  • Project management experience preferred
  • Proficiency with Allen-Bradley and Siemens control systems (required)
  • Experience with PC-based systems and custom machine startups/commissioning
  • Familiarity with robotic material handling systems; ABB, FANUC, and MOTOMAN experience is a plus
  • Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic control systems preferred
  • Skilled in AutoCAD Electrical
  • Strong understanding of PLC and HMI logic development, programming, and debugging
  • Hands-on experience with control panel building, robotic programming, and troubleshooting
  • Detail-oriented with strong planning, organizational, and time management abilities
  • Team-oriented and committed to excellent customer service
  • Flexible and adaptable in fast-paced, changing environments
  • Willing to travel up to 20%, including internationally

 

Benefits forLead Electrical Engineer:

  • Medical, dental, vision 
  • 401K - 100% match to 3%, 50% match to next 2%
  • Profit Sharing
    • Gain Share
    • Flexible Spending Account/ Dependent Care Accounts
    • Health Savings Account
    • Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Group Term Life - 100% company paid
    • Short Term Disability- 100% company paid
    • Life & AD&D Insurance
    • Voluntary Long-Term Disability
    • Voluntary Accident coverage
    • Voluntary Critical illness
    • Pet Insurance
    • Monthly Gym Reimbursement
    • Automotive Discount
    • Continuing Education Courses
    • Summer Fridays
    • Employee Celebrations
    • Pay Day Loans
    • 10 Paid Holidays 

 

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