Electrical Engineer - Research & Development - Military veterans preferred

Position Type: Full-Time
Reports To: R&D Manager

About JOA:

At JOA, innovation and excellence are at the core of everything they do. As a leader in the design and manufacture of industrial automation equipment, they are dedicated to advancing technology and providing solutions that drive efficiency and productivity for their clients worldwide. We invite you to explore the opportunity to join their team and bring your expertise to help them continue their tradition of excellence.

Role Overview:

The Source and Recruit Company is excited to assist our client, JOA, in their search for a dedicated R&D Electrical Engineer. This role is integral to the Research and Development team, offering hands-on technical assistance in all aspects of new product design, development, testing, and documentation. This is a chance to contribute to the cutting-edge of industrial automation equipment design, with a focus on electrical systems.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate on the comprehensive design of industrial automation equipment, with a focus on optimizing electrical systems.
• Develop and implement control programs for electric components, enhancing the functionality of PLC, HMI, motion, and message display systems.
• Design electrical component schematic drawings, panel layouts, and generate detailed Bill of Materials (BOMs).
• Deploy and manage measurement systems for accurate data collection, utilizing a variety of sensors and devices.
• Apply statistical analysis to data, identifying trends and drawing actionable conclusions.
• Ensure effective knowledge transfer through clear, concise documentation and communication.

Occasional Responsibilities:

• Maintenance and upgrading of test equipment.
• Assistance with equipment assembly.
• Application of object-oriented programming principles.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent training and experience.
• 0-5 years of experience in engineering design, preferably with converting equipment.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication.
• Skilled in the use of hand tools, electronic measuring devices, and computer software, including PLC and motion control, 3D and 2D CAD programs, Microsoft Office, and statistical analysis tools.

Physical Requirements:

• Comfort with a full day of computer work.
• Ability to lift objects up to 25 pounds.
• Willingness to work in environments that may be loud and unconditioned during machine commissioning.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required.
• Open to international and domestic travel, up to 20%.

Benefits:

JOA offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellness, and financial security of their employees and their families. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a competitive retirement savings plan, paid time off, and more.

Invitation to Apply:

We at The Source and Recruit Company, alongside our client JOA, look forward to the prospect of you joining the team. If you are driven by innovation and have a passion for advancing industrial automation, we encourage you to apply.

EEO Statement:

The Source and Recruit Company and JOA are equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.