Research & Development Electrical Engineer

Lantech • Louisville, KY

55d

About The Position

Lantech is widely recognized as the world leader in stretch wrapping technology. Not surprising, since we invented the first rotary stretch wrapping machine and have continually re-invented the product with new features and performance enhancing technology ever since. We also are industry leaders in robust and efficient case and tray handling equipment. Today, Lantech equipment is found worldwide, with technical support in multiple languages. Here's a Glimpse at What you'll Do: Develops new products that add significant value to Lantech's customers. Interprets customer needs to establish electrical product specifications. Designs electrical systems, writes PLC logic, and completes electrical documentation according to internal and industry consensus standards. Ensures new products meet functional and non-functional specifications, including safety, performance, cost, reliability, & manufacturability. Devises and conducts validation tests to ensure product quality. Troubleshoots operational issues and devises short and long-term remedies. Applies engineering theory to solve complex problems. Learns & applies new skills as projects require. Maintains knowledge of new technologies and applies where appropriate. Identifies & acts on opportunities for continuous improvement. Collaborates with and supports teammates and other colleagues. Directs junior engineers, technologists, and technicians as necessary. Travels to customer sites to commission pre-production tests or troubleshoot technical issues (up to 20%). Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Has proficiency with Allen-Bradley Studio5000 and 2D CAD drafting
• Has general knowledge of NFPA70/79, UL508A, and CE Low Voltage Directive
• Minimum of 5 years of Electrical Engineering experience designing or supporting industrial equipment.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or a related field

Nice To Haves

• Masters in Electrical Engineering a plus
• Experience with text-based programming, Siemens TIA Portal, and Allen-Bradley CCW is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develops new products that add significant value to Lantech's customers.
• Interprets customer needs to establish electrical product specifications.
• Designs electrical systems, writes PLC logic, and completes electrical documentation according to internal and industry consensus standards.
• Ensures new products meet functional and non-functional specifications, including safety, performance, cost, reliability, & manufacturability.
• Devises and conducts validation tests to ensure product quality.
• Troubleshoots operational issues and devises short and long-term remedies.
• Applies engineering theory to solve complex problems.
• Learns & applies new skills as projects require.
• Maintains knowledge of new technologies and applies where appropriate.
• Identifies & acts on opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Collaborates with and supports teammates and other colleagues.
• Directs junior engineers, technologists, and technicians as necessary.
• Travels to customer sites to commission pre-production tests or troubleshoot technical issues (up to 20%).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401k + Company Match
• Quarterly profitability bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Life, STD & LTD, Paid Life insurance, Paid Vacation, PTO, 8 paid holidays per year.
• Competitive Pay
• Casual Dress
• GREAT CULTURE & More!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees