Systems Engineer ($5,000 Sign On Bonus)
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Job Description
MiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation. Learn more at www.mii.com.
Summary
Join our team of professionals in a well-respected and rapidly growing company as we push the boundaries in innovation and automation technology in the building Industry. As an OEM, MiTek is at the forefront of industry change and looking for talented Electrical Engineers with a strong desire to grow and showcase their talents. You will be responsible for designing and analyzing complex electrical and robotic systems with requirements driven by sound project management practices.
Job Responsibilities & Requirements
Responsibilities
Design, develop, evaluate, & support automated industrial machinery products with focus on New Product Development (NPD) in the Component Manufacturing (CM) and off-site construction industryLead team members through the planning, development, and deployment of complex electrical architectures with a high level of integrated automationGenerate electrical project execution artifacts of small to large scale deployments (i.e. cost estimates, schedules, resource needs, risks, forecasts, status, etc.)Lead electrical team members through staged-gating process (i.e. requirements reviews, design reviews, test readiness reviews, verification reviews, etc.)Lead team members through troubleshooting & root cause/corrective actionsDesign/integrate/test electrical parts and assemblies using industry best practicesDesign/integrate/test industrial PLCs and electrical control systemsDesign/integrate/test industrial electro-mechanical & robotic systemsWork with software developers to generate system logic and controls (SW development experience will be a significant advantage)Develop/maintain project documentation (i.e. system requirements, engineering drawings, equipment manuals, test plans, project notes, etc.)Ensure compliance with MiTek engineering procedures, guidelines, industry standards, and governmental regulations applicable to industrial machineryPerform engineering analysis/calculations where applicableEnter new/update existing data in MRP/ERP systemSupport Manufacturing, Marketing & Sales, Purchasing, Installation, and Customer Service Organizations throughout a product’s lifecycleReview/stay current with industry trends & emerging technologiesMentor less experienced electrical engineers & designersManage individual tasking while leading other electrical/robotic engineers through project execution with minimal oversightSome travel required (up to 25% during critical on-site activities)Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Computer Engineering or related field from an accredited university8+ years of experience in electrical, mechanical or systems engineering required Must have experience with validation of requirements and requirements development Experience in the utilization of vision systems and roboticsExperience with LabVIEW and/or other software development environments desiredProficiency with PLCs, motor controllers, VFDs, servos, and sensorsAbility to rapidly diagnose and troubleshoot automated systemsUnderstanding of power distribution, circuit breakers, and terminal blocksUnderstanding of strength of materials, statics, and dynamicsUnderstanding of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systemsUnderstanding of electrical symbols with experience in circuit analysisUnderstanding of machining and welding symbols with experience in GD&T analysisProficiency with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.)Ability to work individually and as part of a teamDemonstrated ability to work well under pressure and deadlinesStrong planning, organizational, and decision-making skillsStrong communication skills to interact frequently with stakeholders
MiTek Perks
$5,000 Sign On Bonus!Flexible Paid Time Off - take as much time off as you need!All Benefits begin on Day 1!Profit Sharing Plan and Annual Incentive Plan13 Paid Holidays401k Plan with Matching ContributionsA variety of Medical, Dental and Vision Plans to choose fromShort-Term Disability and Life InsuranceTuition Reimbursement Paid Parental LeaveCareer advancement and training opportunities!
MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.
We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact Human Resources at +1 314-434-1200.
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