Electrical Engineer

Description

Who We Are:

Modula is the leading US manufacturer of vertical lift modules (VLM) and automated storage and retrieval systems. Modula US has Manufacturing plants in Dayton, OH and Lewiston, ME, and remote locations throughout the US. Our corporate global headquarters is in Italy with many locations around the globe. Modula’s goal is to be an exceptional workplace admired for growing and developing talented employees and leaders, building innovative products through the development of a highly skilled and engaged workforce. 

Modula’s Values: We are culture and value driven; regardless of position and title we are all in all the time. 

· Passion- Proud of our work/Modula, love what you do, positive energy, go the extra mile, engaging

· Pursuit of Excellence- Continuous improvement, committed, attention to detail

· Accountability- Lead by example, follow through, integrity, create trust with team & customers

· Agility- Flexible & adaptable, embrace change, ability to multi-task, sense of urgency

· Teamwork- Proactive & effective communication, respect, humility, curious, openminded, diversity

The Electrical Engineer and Scope of Job: 

The purpose of the Electrical Engineer is to develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing equipment. The ideal candidate must be a proactive Leader assisting the engineering team to support the design and operation of Modula’s products. Embracing Modula culture and values, collaboration with peers is essential to the success of this position. 

Location:

Onsite only in Franklin, OH 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Existing product lines and New product Introductions:
  • Must develop an intimate working knowledge of the controls hardware and software used with our current product lines.
  • Responsible for maintaining (configurable) controls-related BOMs
  • Implements and manages controls related Engineering Change Orders. 
  • Coordinates operating system software updates with production, installations, and customer service. 
  • Coordinates electrical and software changes with our Italian team.
  • Assists with controls training for our production, installations, and customer service teams.
  • When necessary provides troubleshooting and issue resolution support to our production, installations, and customer service       teams. 
  • Insures that Italian designed control systems and components meet or exceed required US and Canadian standards.
  • Defines and documents controls changes for special machine applications.
  • Project lead on NRTL certification of controls systems for North American Market
• Research and development (US developed products and custom applications)
  • Functional specification development.
  • Control system design
  • Develop/coordinate of communication protocols
  • Software functional specifications.
  • Machine HMI design and programming
  • Creates PLC programs as required.
  • Motion control system design
  • Control system functional and safety testing
  • Generate electrical schematics 
  • Specification, sourcing, and ERP set-up of controls components 
  • Create electrical assembly drawings for control cabinets, cabling, and other electrical elements.
  • Development of production-related documentation
  • Create installation and operating manuals
  • Controls cost estimating
  • Possible on-site commissioning support for initial product release
  • Controls related training for production, installations, and customer service.
  • Development of electrical recommended spare parts lists
  • When necessary provides troubleshooting and issue resolution support to our production, installations, and customer service teams. 
• Other
  • Responsible for maintaining NRTL certification programs. 
  • Helps to locate, develop, and support outside controls production resources and suppliers.
  • Takes part in continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives. 
  • Takes part in electrical safety initiatives.
  • Takes part in production process development (ISO 9001) 
  • Works collaboratively and respectfully with peers

o Assures accurate, pertinent, timely information and design assistance as necessary

o Provides feedback to relevant departments to enhance Modula’s future success

o Adheres to all the established department and company standard operating procedures

o Performs other duties as assigned

Please note: this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. It is expected that this role will perform other duties as assigned and collaborate with all levels of Modula Inc. from frontline to leadership.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills: 

This role is pivotal in supporting engineering efforts. The individual in this position must have a high degree of integrity, resourcefulness, and professionalism in working with colleagues and clients. Relationship building, client service, and the ability to follow up in a timely manner are critical for success. The ideal candidate will have relative experience, excellent communication and leadership skills, and manufacturing aptitude.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field (will consider combination of college coursework and work      experience)
• Should this be the case (re: above), proven prior experience, education, successful work product results, case work must be      exhibited throughout the interview process.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience controls design, including motion control and PLC controls.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and presentation abilities
• Excellent inter functional team working
• Excellent organizational skills 
• Must be able to communicate effectively in a cross cultural environment 
• Troubleshooting expertise and attention to detail
• Advanced experience using Office 365, CAD and other computer applications
• Some travel may be required

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Work Environment (Position / % of time per day or frequency): 

Walking / 10%

Standing / 10% 

Sitting / 60% 

Twisting, turning, and squatting / 10% 

Pulling, Pushing / Up to 50 lbs. 

Lifting / Up to 50 lbs. 

Modula Inc. is an EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) Employer. Our search and selection processes are based on identifying qualified candidates who are highly motivated to grow with our company. Employment decisions are based on the principles of equal employment opportunity. Recruitment, testing/assessment, selection, and promotion will be administered without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, whistleblower activity, previous assertion of a claim or right under worker’s compensation, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.