Machine Solutions is the premier provider of advanced equipment and services for the medical device industry. The unified brands of MSI, PlasticWeld Systems, Steeger USA, Intec Automation, and Vante offer a full breadth of products to support customer needs and growth. The company has been instrumental in automating manual processes within minimally invasive device manufacturing operations, as well as in the broader medical device industry. By focusing on delivering quality and value, and by dedicating resources to our aftermarket team for technical service and process support, Machine Solutions provides superior customer experience. Machine Solutions is privately owned by BW Forsyth Partners, a Barry-Wehmiller Group company. For more, go to
JOB OVERVIEW:
Designs, modifies, develops, writes and implements all aspect of electrical controls systems software and hardware relevant to equipment used for the processing of implantable medical devices.
In this role you will have a broad scope of responsibility from creating electrical and pneumatic, to developing software and executing software test plans, writing test reports and system level troubleshooting.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Meets all the requirements of an Electrical Controls Engineer III
- Has a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in electrical controls engineering.
- Serves as a subject matter expert in electrical systems and control software.
- Supports cross-functional teams in the design, development, and validation of new products.
- Identifies opportunities for innovation and process improvements that enhance quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
- Collaborates with other engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration of electrical, mechanical, and software components.
- Interface directly with customers to identify customer expectations and specifications.
- Interface with suppliers to select and develop the best available technical solutions.
- Participates in the development of strategic plans and roadmaps for the electrical engineering function.
- Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
- Reviews existing products suggests improvements and implements changes to reduce costs and improve quality.
- Demonstrates a deeper understanding of electrical, software, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components.
- Demonstrates a knowledge of basic Omron, AB, Beckhoff, and C# software development from scratch.
- Mentors and develops junior electrical engineers, providing guidance on complex technical challenges.
- Mentors junior engineers in the proper usage GMPs and quality procedures.
- Provides technical guidance and mentorship to junior electrical controls engineers.
- May be responsible for leading medium to large sized projects or initiatives.
- Must be able to travel if there is a need but no more than 10%.
- Ad-hoc projects as needed
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENC E
- Bachelor’s degree (BS) in electrical engineering or equivalent (NOT required)
- Five years related experience
OR
- Equivalent combination of education and experience
BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401k with company match
- Paid Vacation and Paid Sick time
- Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Parental Leave
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, schematics, interconnects assembly and part drawings or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, rations and proportions to practical situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
With or without reasonable accommodation minimal time will be spent walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching. Some time will be spent standing, sitting, talking, and hearing, and using hands to handle, feel and reach. At times up to 50 pounds will need to be lifted.
To effectively complete the tasks in this position the following vision requirements are needed:
- Ability to adjust focus, ability to identify and distinguish colors,
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Minimal time will be spent in wet or humid conditions, and near caustic or toxic chemicals. Some time will be spent working near moving mechanical parts. The noise level is moderate (examples: business offices with computers and printers).