Electrical Engineer

Dekker Vacuum Technologies • Michigan City, IN

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About The Position

The role is based in Michigan City, Indiana. The Indiana Product Company serves the Industrial Vacuum Division of the Vacuum Technique Business Area of the Atlas Copco Group. A key responsibility of the Electrical Engineer is for developing and detailing core electrical components and assemblies for vacuum pump systems. Working with mechanical engineers and internal customers to develop electronic controls and power systems for integrated vacuum systems.

Requirements

• Associates degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, or 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD or similar drafting software.
• Familiar with National Electric Code, NFPA79 and a solid understanding and experience of UL practices to conform to UL 508A standards.
• Ability to produce a design package containing an electric schematic, subpanel arrangement and enclosure assembly.
• Experience with motors, drives and PLCs preferred.
• Understanding of Industry 4.0 and connectivity trends in the industry a plus.
• Experience working with 3 phase circuits and control panels.
• Ability to effectively interface with vendors and customers.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Full Microsoft Office proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of cloud integration and other industrial communications protocols.
• Understanding of Industry 4.0 and connectivity trends in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for assigned projects including developing the appropriate AutoCAD drawings.
• Ability to program and configure PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs a plus.
• Responsible for the detailed documentation of the design (drawings, design data, Bill of Materials, test data) in ERP and CAD systems.
• Ensure that the electronic systems meet all applicable government, industry, and customer requirements.
• Work with production and field service personnel to assist with the application, analysis, planning and potential debugging of different vacuum systems.
• Knowledge of cloud integration and other industrial communications protocols (like, but not limited to Profibus/Profinet/Modbus/RS485) is a plus.

Benefits

• Excellent compensation package, including a flexible benefits plan, and generous 401(k) retirement plan.
• Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Life & Disability insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree