R&D Electrical Engineer

Company: Axelgaard Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Location: Fallbrook
Posted on: June 13, 2022

Job Description:

Summary: Responsible for the support of engineers in the process of electronic testing, planning, and coordinating the development and design of electronic controls for manufacturing equipment.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Research, develop, and build electrical systems and subsystems needed for the development of automated machinery for medical electrode production including complete PLC controls systemsPerform safety evaluations of design; research, develop and build electrical safety systems for R&D equipment and componentsProvide support reviewing engineering project instructions, wiring diagrams, procedures, test equipment, investigate technical problem and possible solutions (such as sensor wiring and setup, panel enclosure wiring, PLC wiring and general electrical troubleshooting)Develop methods and procedures for testing products or systems including setting up oscilloscopes, testing equipment, and conducting tests of complete units and components under operational conditions to investigate design proposals for improving equipment performance or other factors, or to obtain data for development, standardization, and quality controlDocument design activities using schematic capture software and other engineering toolsExperience with PLC programming using Relay Ladder Logic & other related programmable devices, PLC hardware, HMI programmingDocument design activities within PLC programs, electrical schematics, and other engineering toolsPerform all other duties as assignedQualification Requirements: Must be able to perform each duty outlined above and possess the education, skills, and abilities described in this job descriptionEducation and/or Experience: A bachelor's degree (B.S.) with five or more years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret reports (such as general business reports, scientific and technical journals and/or procedures, AMC policy and regulations, financial and legal documents) and ability to write and effectively communicate with managers, clients, customers, and employeesMathematical Skills: Ability to apply advanced math conceptsReasoning Ability: Ability to identify problems and review relevant information to evaluate options and develop solutionsSpecialized Equipment Skills: Ability to setup and use an oscilloscope, handheld digital meters, waveform generators, programmable power supplies and ability to understand the setup new test equipmentCertificate, Licenses, Registrations: N/APhysical Requirements:Constant use of hands and armsGood depth perception, hearing, speech, and vision (including ability to distinguish colors)Lifting up to 30 pounds (up to 3 feet high) 2 times a dayEnvironmental Conditions: Majority of time is spent indoors with few to any changes in temperature and the noise level is usually moderateOther Skills/Abilities: Computer literacy, especially knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel programsExperience incorporating robotics into machine designExperience programming robots/cobots for manufacturingSome Direct Logic, Do-more, and C-more programming are a plusWrite specifications, work instructions, and maintenance manuals

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