Packsize
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About the Role Packsize is looking for an Electrical Engineer to join the R&D Hardware team in Louisville, KY.
Packsize is redefining the way businesses and their customers use and experience packaging around the world. We build the technology, design the right solutions, and automate the processes that propel the industry forward. To us, packaging is much more than a box—it’s delivering what’s right for our customers, their customers, our people, and the planet.
Packsize is looking for an Electrical Engineer to join the R&D Hardware team in Louisville, KY. We are looking for someone who has an interest in industrial machine automation. You will be primarily responsible for the sustaining or lifecycle engineering of our machines’ electrical system(s) for highly automated industrial machines. You will also be doing small electrical design projects and providing critical input on the Safety requirements for the machines. You will be collaborating with other engineers, product managers, product quality, etc. in creating, building and sustaining reliable, on-demand packaging systems. We want you to come in and ask well thought out questions, carry out solid fundamental engineering, do independent research, and collaborate effectively with your peers. We have many R&D and product sustaining projects going on and look forward to new ideas and diverse, creative thinking to help solve difficult problems.
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience
Low voltage DC and high voltage AC experience and qualifications
Skill in developing electrical schematics
Experience designing for compliance with electrical safety standards in both Europe and the US including: NFPA 79, IEC/EN 60204, IEC 61508
Knowledge of electrical risk assessment considerations such as performance levels of components.
Ability to design for EMC compliance, both Europe and US
Background in working with servo drives and the design considerations needed to meet compliance.
Ability to solder and wire up test systems
Knowledge of PLC’s and industrial automation technologies
Selecting sensors related to machine automation and data acquisition
Strong interpersonal skills for collaborating in team environments while maintaining individual duties effectively
Ability to prototype and 3D print simple designs and assemble systems to test automation strategies
Demonstrates lean and design thinking disciplines and mindsets
Shows curiosity and likes to tinker
Troubleshooting and finding root cause of complex electrical problems
Support and troubleshoot existing electrical cabinet/panel designs
Collaborate on the design and layout of new cabinet/panel designs
Write specification documents for electrical components
Identify and approve alternative electrical components
Create, update and/or modify electrical schematics and wiring diagrams for industrial machines
Maintain data in a PLM system
Ensure conformance to applicable machine safety specifications
Support procurement in sourcing and purchasing machine parts and assemblies
Enable the successful transfer of new machine designs to production
Interface with the Product Quality team to investigate issues and obtain feedback on machine performance
Collaborate with other engineers, particularly on engineering design best practices
Manage CAD data and machine documentation and communicate these to manufacturers and the organization
Assist other engineers in building and testing complex automated machines and subsystems
Provide input during design reviews
Lead troubleshooting and debugging efforts for development, production and customer machines
Engage in continuous improvement activities
Work with the team to organize, clean and maintain R&D test area (5S)
Maintain prototyping hardware and test equipment
Use typical R&D tools and other shop equipment
Document work in Atlassian Confluence
Programming in various functional and object-oriented languages
Up to 10% travel as needed
Ability to do the physical work necessary to fabricate prototypes (using machine shop tools, turning wrenches etc.) and building machines
Packsize considers several factors when determining compensation when extending a job offer, including but not limited to, the role being offered, the associated responsibilities, the candidate's prior work experience, education/training, and any special skills. At Packsize, we’re committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan; Paid Time Off; Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA); and life and disability insurance. Additional voluntary benefits include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, and legal/ID theft protection. We also provide access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your overall well-being.
Packsize considers several factors when determining compensation when extending a job offer, including but not limited to, the role being offered, the associated responsibilities, the candidate's prior work experience, education/training, and any special skills. At Packsize, we’re committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan; Paid Time Off; Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA); and life and disability insurance. Additional voluntary benefits include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, and legal/ID theft protection. We also provide access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your overall well-being.
Packsize is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, Packsize policy of equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran’s status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.
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