Engineer, Electrical II

Southwire - Lafayette, LA

Full-time - Mid Level

Lafayette, LA

Primary Metal Manufacturing

About the position

The Electrical Engineer II at Southwire Company, LLC is responsible for troubleshooting and resolving malfunctions in machine control systems, while also making recommendations to enhance efficiency and address quality concerns. This role involves programming, developing, and modifying PLC and HMI applications, as well as participating in the setup and commissioning of new systems. The position requires a strong understanding of electrical concepts and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions to machine control systems and makes recommendations to improve efficiency or quality concerns
• Develops new and modifies existing PLC and/or HMI applications, interfaces, or embedded control systems
• Participates in set-up and commissioning of new systems or upgrading of current systems
• Designs, develops, maintains, and modifies instrumentation and control systems
• Start to finish electrical control system hardware design experience (control panel and field wiring)
• Competency in Electrical CAD
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

Requirements

• Experience and proficiency with ladder logic/PLC programming, Siemens and Rockwell preferred
• Knowledge of AC and DC circuitry and electrical concepts
• Versatile in ladder logic and various PLC programming languages
• Working knowledge of field control devices (motors, relays, switches, photoeyes, etc.)

Benefits

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave