Electrical Engineer

Hamilton Storage Technologies • Franklin, MA

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About The Position

Hamilton Storage is currently looking for a bright, motivated Electrical Engineer to join our R&D team. The Electrical Engineer will be involved in product development of our industry-leading robotic storage and lab ware handling systems, used worldwide in the life sciences industry. This is an immediate, full-time position that offers salary, healthcare benefits, a great working environment, and a talented team of experienced professionals with whom you will work closely.
Generate circuit board schematics in Cadence OrCAD or have equivalent familiarity with other comparable tools such as Mentor Graphics. 1 to 2 years minimum of professional level experience is desired for the role.

Requirements

• Experience with OrCAD or similar circuit board layout tools
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Familiar with CAD tools (e.g. AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Draftsight)
• Willing to take ownership of assigned tasks and take them to completion
• Familiar with computer hardware and Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio
• Working knowledge of a programming language (i.e. C, C++, Visual Basic, Pascal, HTML)
• Troubleshooting of electrical circuits/components using Digital Multi-meter, Oscilloscope, Power Meters.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or comparable
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in relevant field

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SolidWorks Electrical to generate schematics and wiring diagrams
• Experience with fieldbus communications
• Experience with ELMO branded Motor drive products
• Verilog/VHDL to help debug FPGA/CPLD related firmware
• Understanding of different environmental sensors such as thermocouples, RTDs, thermistors, humidity sensors, oxygen sensors (4-20mA or Analog voltage format)
• Refrigeration or similar controls knowledge
• Working knowledge of the following communication protocols: RS-485/Modbus, ProfiNET, EtherCAT/TwinCAT, CAN/CANopen.
• Electrical enclosure certifications and rating such as CE, UL, CSA, NEMA ratings, batteries and hazards.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering knowledge to the design of electrical systems
• Digital, analog, mixed signal circuit design
• Selcection and sizing of transformers and power suppplies
• Work with a range of automation components: Stepper and linear motors, associated drives and encoders, air/pneumatic controls, contactors, relays, alarms, sensors, switches, barcode readers, cameras, networking and other communication devices.
• Circuit board layout skills not necessary but should be able to generate layout requirements to support external vendors and review design outputs.
• Evaluate systems to determine electrical requirements
• Select appropriate components to fill system requirements
• Use computer-assisted engineering software (AutoCAD) to perform engineering tasks
• Prepare documentation for transfer of system to manufacturing
• Troubleshoot fieldbus communication and power distribution issues
• Source replacement components for discontinued electronic items
• Support service department as needed
• Provide quality assurance for ongoing projects
• Keep current with the latest technical innovations in electrical engineering
• Travel <20%, depending on project needs

Benefits

• Excellent Benefit Package (medical, dental, vision insurance, paid vacation time, paid sick time, disability insurance, 401k, tuition reimbursement and much more)
• Competitive Compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees