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As an Electrical Engineer, you will play a critical role in maintaining and improving the electrical systems that power our manufacturing operations. You’ll work hands-on with equipment, support automation projects, troubleshoot complex issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient, safe, and compliant operations.

Purpose:

Responsible for electrical improvements of manufacturing equipment to ensure safety, quality, uptime and established efficiency.

Primary Duties:

• Expected to follow all safety rules and policies and work in a manner that protects themselves and other stakeholders from hazards and injuries.
• Prepare modifications to original drawings and new designs and evaluate effectiveness and accuracy.
• Modify PLC and HMI programs.
• Supporting Maintenance department with electrical/electronic problems.
• Identify improvement opportunities in equipment and processes and select new technologies for implementation.
• Create or modify computer programs for production and measurement equipment.
• Execute projects in accordance with company standards including attention to safety, efficiency, and quality.
• Lead multi-disciplinary projects primarily in areas of equipment modification or installation.
• Serve on other multi-disciplinary projects supporting quality/efficiency improvements.
• Specify critical electrical price parts.
• Provide training on new systems/equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical prints for problem diagnosis.
• Ensure that accurate prints are available for electricians.
• Ability to troubleshoot drives, PLC’s, HMI’s, and software.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's of Science in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar discipline.
• 5-10 years’ experience in manufacturing, in a direct or indirect supporting role. Appropriate internships will be considered as experience.

Skills Requirements:

• General understanding of PCs and related software.
• Sound communication, organizational and analytical skills with the ability to plan work.
• Leadership skills.
• Basic understanding of PLC Ladder Logic, SCR Drives, DC motors, and electrical control design.
• Some knowledge of high voltage equipment, machine diagnostics and controls.
• Collaboration skills.
• Must be able to communicate in English for all business / job related transactions.

Work Environment:

• Office environment; frequent time spent in the production facilities.
• Exposure to electrical circuits.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Benefits include:

• 401(k) plan
• Retirement plan
• Vacation
• Paid holidays
• Insurance:
  • Health
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • Disability Insurance
    • Short Term
    • Long Term
  • Life Insurance
    • Employee
    • Dependent

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and background screening.

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About the Company:

PMX Industries is the leading supplier of high quality copper and copper alloys in North America.

Since our founding, we have been committed to continually improving our safety and environmental performance through ongoing training and new technology. Safety is a top priority. PMX employees also have an active recycling program of metals, cardboard, plastic, and paper. We believe there are direct links between worker safety, quality systems, environmental performance, and economic success.

Business is conducted in accordance with company policies which are based on respect and accountability. PMX has earned a reputation for integrity and consistently meeting high standards. We support our communities and strive to be good neighbors. We know that business success begins with our employees!

We go far beyond simple compliance with federal and state regulations. We are dedicated to creating value for all that we serve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.