Electrical Engineer

Hamilton Storage is currently looking for a bright, motivated Electrical Engineer to join our R&D team. The Electrical Engineer will be involved in product development of our industry-leading robotic storage and lab ware handling systems, used worldwide in the life sciences industry. This is an immediate, full-time position that offers salary, healthcare benefits, a great working environment, and a talented team of experienced professionals with whom you will work closely.Generate circuit board schematics in Cadence OrCAD or have equivalent familiarity with other comparable tools such as Mentor Graphics. 1 to 2 years minimum of professional level experience is desired for the role.Apply engineering knowledge to the design of electrical systems: Digital, analog, mixed signal circuit design, election and sizing of transformers and power supplies, and working with a range of automation components such as stepper and linear motors, associated drives and encoders, air/pneumatic controls, contactors, relays, alarms, sensors, switches, barcode readers, cameras, networking and other communication devices.Circuit board layout skills not necessary but should be able to generate layout requirements to support external vendors and review design outputs.Evaluate systems to determine electrical requirementsSelect appropriate components to fill system requirementsUse computer-assisted engineering software (AutoCAD) to perform engineering tasksPrepare documentation for transfer of system to manufacturingTroubleshoot fieldbus communication and power distribution issuesSource replacement components for discontinued electronic itemsSupport service department as neededProvide quality assurance for ongoing projectsKeep current with the latest technical innovations in electrical engineeringTravel <20%, depending on project needsQualifications:Experience with OrCAD or similar circuit board layout toolsExcellent written and verbal communications skillsFamiliar with CAD tools (e.g. AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Draftsight)Willing to take ownership of assigned tasks and take them to completionFamiliar with computer hardware and Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, VisioWorking knowledge of a programming language (i.e. C, C++, Visual Basic, Pascal, HTML)Troubleshooting of electrical circuits/components using Digital Multi-meter, Oscilloscope, Power Meters.Education and Experience:Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or comparableMinimum of 5 years of experience in relevant fieldSkills Considered a plus:Experience with SolidWorks Electrical to generate schematics and wiring diagramsExperience with fieldbus communicationsExperience with ELMO branded Motor drive productsVerilog/VHDL to help debug FPGA/CPLD related firmwareUnderstanding of different environmental sensors such as thermocouples, RTDs, thermistors, humidity sensors, oxygen sensors (4-20mA or Analog voltage format)Refrigeration or similar controls knowledgeWorking knowledge of the following communication protocols: RS-485/Modbus, ProfiNET, EtherCAT/TwinCAT, CAN/CANopen.Electrical enclosure certifications and rating such as CE, UL, CSA, NEMA ratings, batteries and hazards.Diverse portfolio of exciting and innovative design projectsTremendous opportunities for professional growth and advancementCommitment to sustainable designCompetitive CompensationExcellent Benefit Package (medical, dental, vision insurance, paid vacation time, paid sick time, disability insurance, 401k, tuition reimbursement and much more)Drug free workplaceIt is the policy of this organization to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age 40 and over, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, religious preference, or veteran status in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.