Electrical Engineer (57033)

Job Location: Albion - Albion, IL 62806 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 Job Shift: 1st Shift/ Days Premium Guard, Inc., a privately held company established in 1996, is a leading supplier of private label solutions in the automotive aftermarket. We are committed to performance, innovation, and partnership while designing, manufacturing, and distributing products for automotive, diesel, powersports, and specialty filter markets. Key Responsibilities Develops, makes recommendations and provides electrical design and support for the improvement or addition of manufacturing facilities, processes, and equipment. Estimates project costs, including material and labor, and determines project timeline. Specifies and orders materials/components for new equipment or for the rebuilding of equipment in order to ensure timely completion and minimal line disruption. Generates Programmable Logic Control programs and printouts of the machine controls. Maintains equipment files and PLC program backup files through the compilation of data in order to provide service departments with information concerning equipment and PLC programs. Serves as a resource for the shop floor through advising and training of technicians, maintenance and other personnel. Assists in implementation of equipment modifications or installation of new equipment. Conducts machine startup and debugging processes, inspects completed installations, and observes operations in order to ensure conformance to design and equipment specifications and compliance with operational and safety standards. Provides power distribution, facilities wiring, and preventative electrical maintenance at all manufacturing facilities to keep operations running efficiently. Draws and updates approved circuit designs in the form of electrical schematics, electrical panel layouts, and electrical wiring layout sketches on computer aided drawing programs in order to maintain accurate machine control prints. Ensures compliance with all electrical‑related codes and regulations in the performance of duties. Enhances a culture of safety through training and advising others and following all safety rules and regulations. Conducts work in a safe manner, following established best practices, procedures, and regulations. Performs other duties, as assigned. Qualifications Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, machine controls, and manufacturing equipment. Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen‑Bradley preferred). Familiarity with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), sensors, motors, electrical panels, and industrial automation. Experience reading and creating electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical or similar CAD software. Understanding of industrial electrical codes, safety standards, and best practices. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Ability to manage multiple engineering projects simultaneously. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for solving manufacturing challenges. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline required. Three (3) to five (5) years of experience supporting manufacturing equipment, industrial controls, or automation systems preferred. Experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred. Experience with PLC programming, industrial automation, robotics, or controls engineering is a plus. Premium Guard, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States. At this time, the company is unable to provide visa sponsorship (including H‑1B, H‑1B1, or other employment‑based visas). #J-18808-Ljbffr Premium Guardorporated