Senior Electrical Engineer Project Leader

The Senior Electrical Engineer Project Leader brings specialized technical expertise to the design, development, testing, troubleshooting, and installation of designated equipment as required.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive services for the successful installation, startup, and commissioning of packaging equipment, including travel to customer locations when necessary.
• Conduct thorough machine testing and troubleshooting to ensure the certification of packaging equipment for customer acceptance.
• Lead the design and layout of electrical components and systems for packaging equipment.
• Create detailed electrical component schematic designs, panel layouts, and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Serve as the electrical lead for projects, coordinating assembly operations during equipment construction.
• Develop and implement control programs for electrical components to ensure the proper function of PLCs, HMIs, motion control, and message displays.
• Assist with customer service calls and provide creative and accurate design solutions.
• Effectively communicate electrical design intent to customers and other departments, ensuring fulfillment of requirements.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve conflicts, address issues, and incorporate suggestions into electrical designs.
• Obtain quotations from vendors and set up parts in the ERP system.
• Maintain electrical documentation and produce timely and detailed reports.
• Demonstrate proficiency in reading electrical schematics and troubleshooting electrical wiring.
• Possess a solid understanding of packaging machines and processes.
• Mentor entry level team members in their work and development.
• Collaborate with others in electrical engineering group to define and maintain standards such as PLC code, component selection, and operator experience.
• Aid in training of new staff members enabling their onboarding process.
• Support department activities during the occasional absence of Electrical Engineering Manager.

Qualifications:

• 10 years of PLC/HMI programming experience, preferably with Allen Bradley and Siemens systems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to effectively convey design concepts.
• Proficiency in using hand tools and basic electronic measuring devices.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office software, Eplan, AutoCAD, and various Viking Masek systems.
• Knowledge of networking and communication hardware and protocols.
• Education equivalent to a four-year degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent training and experience.

Preferable Skills:

• 1-5 years of engineering design experience with packaging equipment.
• Proficient in various programming languages, such as C, C , Java, Python, etc.

Other Miscellaneous Responsibilities:

• Advocate for the Viking Value Proposition in all interactions.
• Attend trade shows as a technical resource when necessary.
• Commit to continuous improvement and industry training.
• Occasionally work in proximity to moving mechanical parts.
• Adhere to company and departmental SOPs and protocols.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot problems.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and commitment to accuracy, accountability, communication, and closure.
• May occasionally travel on company business.

Business Hours: Monday through Friday - 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Based on departmental needs. Travel may be required (can be flexible).