An Electrical Engineer designs, develops, and tests products and systems that use or produce electricity, including power generators, electric motors, radar and navigation systems, and communication systems. Works on larger electrical systems rather than small electronic products or devices.
Director of Engineering ____________________________________________________________________________________ Summary Preparation of all required documents for the design and fabrication of control systems and assemblies. Programming of PLC's, HMI's, motor drives, and servo's. Engineered quotations and customer interface. Field start-up activities. Tools Used ? AB/Rockwell software PLC and HMI development software ? Other manufacturer's PLC, HMI, drive development tools as required ? AutoCAD Lite & AutoCAD Electrical ? Electrical Test equipment Pre-Employment Training ? High School Graduate ? BSEE Employment Training ? 1 Year on-the-job Training ? Other formal training sessions as required based upon abilities Direction Exercised ? None Work Performed A. Prepare quotations (Calculate material and labor costs and then selling prices.) B. Generate written proposals. C. Generate sketches for drawing preparation of sales orders (projects). D. Prepare Bills of Materials for projects. E. Prepare CAD drawings. F. Provide PLC program development G. Provide HMI program development H. Work with Shop Personnel and Purchasing on troublesome material acquisitions. I. Generate and check final documents on shipping or shipped orders. J. Work with Quality Control activities to ensure panel design integrity. K. Phone communication with customers and vendors. L. Transmittal of required documentation to customers and maintain proper records of transmittal. M. Work with Flolo sales personnel to get orders. N. Field start-up activities (Sometimes requiring electrical device installation and wiring). O. Other miscellaneous assigned duties. Sys Grp Proj Engr 2025_02.doc Page 1 of 2 Job Description - Flolo Systems Project Engineer Accountabilities A. Understanding of the NEC B. Gaining an understanding of UL 508A requirements C. Design integrity D. Documentation completeness E. Accuracy of Bills of Materials ? Completeness ? Pricing accuracy F.
Communication abilities with respect to:
? Peers ? Supervisor ? Customers ? Flolo sales G. Quotation Accuracy H. Problem solving ability I. Good customer relations J. Taking care of "loose ends" quickly K. Follow up on directives L. Work place attitude M. Productivity Sys Grp Proj Engr 2025_02.doc Page 2 of 2
Title:
Electrical Project EngineerLocation:
West Chicago, ILHire Type:
Contract to
HireSalary:
$45-$55/hr.
Benefits:
As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan. Our client is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to design and support industrial control systems from concept through startup. This role is ideal for an engineer with experience in PLC programming, HMI development, AutoCAD Electrical, and customer-facing project execution. You'll work closely with engineering, production, purchasing, and customers to deliver high-quality automation solutions.
Job Duties:
Prepare project quotations, including material, labor, and cost estimates. Develop written proposals and engineering documentation. Create electrical schematics and panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical. Generate and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs). Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, motor drives, and servo systems. Support control panel design, fabrication, and testing. Coordinate with Purchasing and Shop personnel to resolve material and production issues. Review project documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to shipment. Collaborate with Quality to ensure panel design integrity and compliance. Communicate directly with customers and vendors regarding project requirements and technical support. Support field startup and commissioning activities, including occasional electrical installation and wiring. Maintain project documentation and customer records throughout the project lifecycle.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) required. Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLC and HMI programming. Experience with AutoCAD Electrical and electrical schematic design. Knowledge of industrial motor drives and servo systems. Understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC); familiarity with UL 508A is a plus. Experience developing Bills of Materials (BOMs) and engineering documentation. Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
