Protection & Controls Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

PMI Kyoto Packaging Systems is looking for an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer to join our team in our Elk Grove Village office!

PMI Kyoto Packaging Systems has been an industry leader in the packaging industry for over twenty years. We provide high end, custom machinery to a diverse, international clientele including many Fortune 500 companies. We are a dynamic and rapidly expanding company with great growth opportunity within our own staff. We take great pride in doing our manufacturing capabilities and we do all our assembly in-house.

Our Engineers manage a wide range of responsibilities—from project management, to design, to manufacturing oversight. This makes PMI Kyoto an ideal learning environment for anyone wishing to become a complete, well-rounded engineer in the automation industry or those looking to expand their experience level in a more senior-level Electrical Controls Engineering role.

Responsibilities:

• Select components and layout electrical control panels
• Select sensors and pneumatic control components
• Understand the UL508A and NEC for control system design
• Write, modify, and debug PLCs, HMIs and Kinetix servo motion control programs
• Create electrical schematics, bill of material based on, but not limited to, the instructions given
• Be proficient in every control aspect from budgeting time, cost control, choosing quality and reliable product
• Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
• Assist in the development of standards and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed within the department
• Read and interpret customer specifications
• Modify and create machine electrical schematics
• Possess good logical code writing, debugging and troubleshooting skills
• Work closely and collaborate work with Mechanical Engineering members
• Work closely under management directions but not limited to achieve own decisions in making process more efficient, within budget and on time
• Communicate over phone with customers to assist in troubleshooting installed systems
• Travel to customer sites for system installation, modifications, and all aftermarket electrical controls needs
• Train and work closely with entry level Electrical Controls Engineers

Requirements:

• More than 5 years of experience in Allen-Bradley PLC’s, HMI’s, AutoCAD
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
• Experienced with electrical/controls aspect of machine design, has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
• Literate using AutoCAD for all electrical design purposes
• Familiar with selection and use of commercial products like photo sensors, pneumatics, vision systems, hot melt systems, etc.
• Proficient in PLC code and motion controls
• Understanding of—or ability to learn—industrial writing concepts
• Understanding of machine timing concepts
• Experience electrical schematic software (AutoCad light, SolidWorks Electrical is a plus)
• Exposure to and interest in PLC and HMI programming, multi-axes coordinated motion control
• Good electro-mechanical skills and understanding
• Interest in hands-on machine work with sensor and actuator adjustments
• Strong organizational and communicational skills

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Casual Dress Code

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Company website:

• www.pmikyoto.com

PMI Kyoto Packing Systems has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these factors is prohibited.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or hiring process, please contact a member of our Human Resources Department.

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