About Us:
SMC Ltd. is a globally recognized premium supplier to the medical market with locations throughout the world. People committed to speed, technology, and exceptional performance are the cornerstone of our organization. Comprised of dedicated people and decades of manufacturing experience, we have continued to experience strong growth and currently have outstanding career opportunities for equally dedicated people.
Job Summary: Our Automated Manufacturing Systems group builds custom automated equipment for medical device manufacturing - ranging from benchtop assembly aids to fully integrated production systems. We are a small, specialized team where each person owns their discipline end-to-end.
We are looking for an Electrical Designer or Electrical Engineer with at least 3-7 years of experience who can take ownership of electrical panel design and schematic documentation across multiple concurrent projects. From concept through build and commissioning, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, software developers, and quality assurance personnel to ensure that all electrical components meet safety, reliability, and performance criteria.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop detailed electrical schematics and panel layouts using EPLAN (preferred) or equivalent platform
- Design control panel assemblies including component selection, wire routing, DIN rail layout, and enclosure sizing
- Generate and maintain wiring harness documentation, BOM, and interconnect drawings
- Coordinate with engineers to ensure schematics accurately reflect PLC/HMI I/O and safety architecture
- Support panel builds and commissioning - be present on the floor, not just at your desk
- Work within an FDA-regulated environment; documentation must meet traceability and revision control standards
- Collaborate with procurement and fabrication vendors on component selection and lead times
Essential Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering and 3 years of experience; OR a two-year post high school diploma / certificate in a related field and technical trade and 7 years of experience.
- Proficiency in EPLAN Electric P8 - or demonstrated ability to transition from AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, or similar
- Solid understanding of power and control circuit design, motor control, and safety relay circuits
- Experience sizing and selecting control panel components (breakers, contactors, drives, I/O modules)
- Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 79, and UL 508A standards
- Able to read and mark up mechanical drawings to coordinate enclosure mounting and cable routing
- Strong documentation habits - clean, revision-controlled, self-explanatory drawings
Desirable Qualifications:
- Experience in a medical device or similarly regulated manufacturing environment
- Exposure to B&R Automation (preferred), Rockwell, Siemens, or Beckhoff PLC/HMI platforms
- Hands-on panel build or commissioning experience
- Familiarity with IEC 62061 or ISO 13849 safety standards
ADA Requirements:
- Stand, walk, bend, squat, twist, reach or otherwise move frequently
- Occasional repetitive motion and grasping
- Occasional climbing to reach areas on machines or racks
- Lift, move or otherwise transfer up to 50 lbs. occasionally, >20 lbs. frequently
- Typically sits, grasps items or performs keyboarding for occasional operation of a computer
- Exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards which may require respiratory protection
What SMC has to offer?
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Clean, Climate-Controlled Environment
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Stable schedule
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Paid holiday and PTO
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Health, dental, and vision insurance
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401(k) retirement savings
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Life and disability insurance
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Promotional opportunities
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Training and career growth programs
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Amazing co-workers
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Tuition reimbursement
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Employee Assistance Program
At SMC Ltd. we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
SMC Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V; this organization uses E-Verify.
Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.
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