Electrical Systems Engineer

About this position Electrical Systems Engineer Position Summary FlackTek is seeking an Electrical Systems Engineer to support the design, documentation, integration, and troubleshooting of electrical systems used in our industrial mixing and processing equipment. This is a hands‑on engineering role focused on electrical schematics, control panel documentation, machine wiring, production support, commissioning, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will work closely with controls, mechanical engineering, software, production, quality, and service teams to ensure FlackTek machines are reliable, manufacturable, serviceable, and well documented. This role is well suited for someone with experience in industrial automation, machine controls, electrical troubleshooting, panel wiring, and practical machine integration. This role reports to: Engineering Director Key Responsibilities Electrical Design & Documentation Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, cable documentation, BOMs, and related machine documentation. Support electrical system design for industrial machinery, including power distribution, safety circuits, sensors, actuators, motors, drives, control panels, and machine wiring. Assist with electrical component selection based on reliability, availability, cost, manufacturability, and serviceability. Support grounding, shielding, electrical noise mitigation, and clean industrial wiring practices. Maintain accurate documentation through engineering release, ECO/ECR, and revision‑control processes. Machine Integration & Production Support Support production and engineering teams during machine builds, electrical checkout, commissioning, and troubleshooting. Especially during complex or first‑of‑a‑kind builds. Wire, modify, and test prototype panels, special machine configurations, and customer‑specific options. Verify that electrical assemblies match released drawings, schematics, BOMs, and wiring documentation. Work with controls engineers to support I/O mapping, sensor validation, drive integration, safety circuit verification, and machine bring‑up. Troubleshoot electrical and controls‑related issues in production, testing, and service environments. Reliability, Compliance & Continuous Improvement Investigate electrical issues and support root‑cause analysis for production and field problems. Use production and service feedback to improve electrical documentation, wiring practices, component selection, and system reliability. Review designs and documentation for consistency with applicable electrical, machine safety, and certification requirements. Support compliance efforts related to UL508A, NFPA 79, IEC/CE requirements, machine safety, and industrial control panel practices. Required Qualifications Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related technical field; equivalent hands‑on industrial automation or electrical systems experience may also be considered. 3+ years of experience in industrial electrical systems, machine automation, controls support, electrical design, manufacturing equipment, or related hands‑on technical work. Experience creating, reading, and maintaining electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Experience with industrial control panels, machine wiring, sensors, actuators, motors, drives, and PLC‑based systems. Ability to troubleshoot electrical and controls‑related issues methodically. Comfortable working hands‑on with machines, panels, wiring, and electrical hardware. Experience with at least one electrical design or documentation tool, such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, SolidWorks Electrical, or similar software. Strong attention to detail in schematics, BOMs, documentation, and released engineering records. Ability to work effectively with engineering, production, quality, and service teams. Preferred Qualifications Experience with servo systems, VFDs, motion control, safety circuits, industrial networking, or PLC I/O integration. Familiarity with Modbus, CANbus, EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, or similar industrial communication protocols. Exposure to UL508A, NFPA 79, IEC/CE, machine safety, or industrial control panel standards. Experience supporting manufacturing, production, commissioning, or field service environments. Experience with ECO/ECR processes, controlled documentation, and root‑cause analysis. Key Performance Indicators Electrical documentation released accurately and on schedule Reduction in electrical documentation related errors during production builds First‑pass panel, wiring, and electrical assembly accuracy Timely support of production, engineering, and service troubleshooting issues Improvement in electrical system reliability, manufacturability, and serviceability What Success Looks Like A successful Electrical Systems Engineer produces accurate electrical documentation, supports machine builds and troubleshooting effectively, improves electrical system reliability, and works well across engineering, production, quality, and service teams. They are comfortable moving between drawings, panels, wiring, machines, troubleshooting, and documentation control. Work Location, Schedule & Travel Role Type : Full Time - Non-Exempt Location : Onsite, in person in Louisville, CO Regular Schedule : Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm Travel : Up to 10% (domestic) Compensation & Benefits Compensation : Base Salary Range: $90,000–$105,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications Health Benefits : Optional health, dental, and vision insurance plus company-paid virtual and in‑person primary care via Nice Healthcare; Short- and long-term disability and accidental death and dismemberment insurance Company Benefits : 401(k) Plan with Employer Match; Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with company discount; 10 annual company‑paid holidays; 128 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued in first year; Company-sponsored events & outings; Weekly work-sponsored team lunch stipend; Optional 9/80 work schedule (eligible after 90‑day probationary period) About FlackTek Headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, FlackTek™ has delivered advanced materials processing solutions since 1996. We specialize in high‑speed, bladeless centrifugal mixing technology — providing industry-leading performance across every stage of development, from R&D to full‑scale production. Since 2019, we’ve designed and manufactured our systems and accessories in our state‑of‑the‑art U.S. facility, combining decades of technical expertise with nationally sourced, high‑quality components. The result: the most advanced centrifugal mixing systems on the market, capable of processing volumes from grams to over 1,200 kg per hour. With a growing global partner network, FlackTek supports customers worldwide. What truly sets us apart, however, is our service. From initial demonstrations and model selection to implementation, in‑depth training, technical support, and on‑site maintenance, our team is committed to your success at every step. Whether you’re solving complex formulation challenges or scaling production, FlackTek delivers performance and support that goes far Beyond Mixing™. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of FlackTek’s pre‑employment screening process, including a background investigation, pre‑employment drug screening, and verification of eligibility to work in the United States. Employment with FlackTek is at‑will. No manager, supervisor, or Human Resources representative has the authority to enter into any agreement for employment for a specified period of time or to make any agreement inconsistent with at‑will employment. FlackTek is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. FlackTek is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and during employment. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of this role, please notify the company so that appropriate arrangements can be made. #J-18808-Ljbffr