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Actalent Automation Hardware Design Engineer in Willoughby, Ohio
Job Title: Automation Hardware Design EngineerJob Description
The Automation Hardware Design Engineer is responsible for designing industrial control panels and enclosures for use in harsh environments, including PLC, remote I/O, operator station, network, and drive cabinets (both DC and AC). This role involves component selection, sizing, and layout. The systems and offerings provided are primarily Engineer-to-Order (ETO). The qualified candidate must work closely with the drafting department and the automation engineering team to provide solutions that meet our customers' specific requirements.
Responsibilities
Receive assignments from the hardware design lead.
Communicate with the project team on specific project requirements, including engineering, manufacturing, and quality.
Collaborate with the drafting department to produce, review, check, and mark-up engineering drawings, including bill of materials (BOM), panel layout, and electrical schematics.
Determine appropriate part numbers for PLC, I/O, and drive equipment.
Size equipment, fusing, breakers, wire, power supplies, etc., based on equipment design specifications and sound engineering principles.
Create Input/Output lists in Excel from existing customer electrical drawings.
Ensure communication and detail throughout the full phase of build and design.
Essential Skills
Experience with Industrial automation equipment.
Proficiency in designing with AutoCAD Electrical.
Ability to read legacy drawings and designs for industrial automation equipment and suggest/design modifications to hardware.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
1+ years of experience with Industrial automation equipment.
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
Work Environment
The role involves 20% travel to customer sites, with 80% of the time spent working in a beautiful new office outfitted with a fully functional kitchen and a gym. The culture is a family feel with a 'work hard, play hard' atmosphere.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $41.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Willoughby,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 14, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.