What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer - Industrial Controls, Cables, and Test Equipment position at Creare?
Creare is seeking a hands-on Electrical Engineer to support the design, assembly, and testing of complex electromechanical systems. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy building and integrating real-world systems, ranging from test apparatus and control panels to wire harnesses and industrial automation setups.
You'll be part of Creare's interdisciplinary team, working closely with electrical, mechanical, and software engineers and skilled technicians to bring R&D concepts to life in our lab and field environments.
Responsibilities
- Design and build test apparatus, wire harnesses, and control panels for R&D systems
- Select, program and configure VFDs, PLCs, and other industrial control components
- Support system integration, troubleshooting, and validation of prototypes
- Follow industry standard practices and regulatory standards like UL 508A, NFPA 79, and NFPA 70
- Develop and maintain documentation including wiring diagrams, BOMs, and test procedures, using SolidWorks Electrical, Microsoft Office, and related software tools
Professional Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, science or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in hands-on electrical product design, system integration or industrial automation (preferably in an R&D environment)
- Proficiency with SolidWorks Electrical and familiarity with ECAD tools
- Experience with VFDs, PLCs, and control system programming
- Proficiency with Labview preferred
- Strong understanding of wiring standards, panel layout, and harness design
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills
Creare offers a competitive compensation package, including but not limited to a substantial annual staff bonus (e.g., 20% of annual earnings for 2024), industry-leading 401(k) contributions and plan options, a range of medical plans, and the potential for a signing /startup bonus. Mutual respect, teamwork, and the ability to do the highest quality work define our staff and work environment. Salary range of $90,000 - $140,000 per year, based on level of education completed and years of relevant work experience.
U.S. Citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents only.
Creare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans).
Salary : $90,000 - $140,000