Electrical Engineer III
Duravant10 months ago
Fort Worth, TX, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer IV to join our growing team in the DFW, Texas area. This role involves designing conveyor‐driven parcel/package and letter sorting systems—including custom PCBs, conveyors, stackers, camera identification systems, and print/labeling systems. The engineer will ensure product functionality, technical design, and the development of electrical, electronic, and electro‐mechanical systems. Responsibilities include creating electrical design packages, collaborating with project teams, and supporting quality control testing. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated problem solver with a passion for learning and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities
- Estimate and meet delivery deadlines while keeping projects on schedule and within budget.
- Identify and resolve performance and operational challenges.
- Provide feedback and support strategic decisions for system functionality and performance.
- Work within budget constraints and quoted pricing proposals.
- Manage and resolve escalated operational issues.
- Communicate effectively within the team and across departments.
- Review and approve engineering work products including drawings and designs.
- Conduct quality assurance tests to verify project outcomes.
- Select replacements for obsolete PCB and system components.
- Redesign unmaintainable PCBs.
- Debug PCB/system issues.
- Develop new product designs from concept to production.
- Manage BOMs using SYSPRO software.
- Maintain revision control and data management using ECN procedures.
- Ensure compliance with international electrical and safety codes (UL, CSA, NEC, IEC, CE).
- Develop schematic and wiring diagrams, and assembly instructions.
- Create control panel layouts for motor control and power distribution.
- Report project status to Project and Engineering Managers.
- Maintain and support PCB designs and field installations.
- Support control and power designs for sorting systems.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or 7+ years of relevant experience.
- 3+ years of PCB design experience.
- 7+ years in electrical engineering or related roles.
- Hands-on experience with complex electromechanical systems.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Familiarity with PLC-based control systems.
- Strong troubleshooting and system design skills.
- Experience with production-supportive product structures.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Altium PCB CAD software.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD/DraftSight.
- Knowledge of Allen Bradley, Schneider, ABB, and Siemens control products.
- Understanding of network protocols (Ethernet TCP/IP, EtherCat, Modbus).
- Experience with VFDs for motor control.
- Basic knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and UL508A.
- Strong communication skills and proficiency in SolidWorks Electrical.
Required Skills
BOM management
AutoCAD
PCB design
SolidWorks Electrical
AutoCAD Electrical
Compliance with international electrical and safety codes
Electromechanical systems
PLC-based control systems
Electrical system design
Troubleshooting