Are you an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer who thrives on being at the forefront of technology? Does the idea of implementing innovative electrical design concepts for large-scale electronic equipment and machinery excite you? If so, consider applying to the Electrical Controls Engineer role. 

Who we are: 

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a team that’s pushing the boundaries of technology in vacuum equipment
• Collaborative Culture: Enjoy a supportive and innovative work environment where your ideas matter
• Competitive Rewards: Benefit from a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Flexibility: opportunity to be hybrid after an initial onsite training period

The Kurt J. Lesker Company is a dynamic, rapidly growing international manufacturer and distributor of thin film deposition systems and components for the vacuum technology market. Our products are used in a variety of applications including semiconductor, space exploration, automotive, solar, medical devices, and several other world-changing technologies. We pride ourselves on our strong team culture and dedication to sustainability which has enabled us to continue to innovate and expand year after year. As a privately held company, we are able to focus on the long term and invest in the future, which has allowed us to stay at the cutting edge while providing stability and growth for our employees for the last 70 years. Join us and be a part of something truly special.

About the Role: 
In the Electrical Controls Engineer position, you will be responsible for implementing the electrical design concepts for, large-scale electronic equipment or machinery for use in vacuum equipment. This may require the use of computer-assisted engineering, design software, and equipment to perform assignments. Apply principles and techniques of electrical engineering to accomplish goals. 

This position has the opportunity to be hybrid after an initial onsite training period. 

What you will do:

• Create detailed drawings for electrical components and systems to provide useful and safe equipment
• Design power distribution systems and equipment control systems
• Design network communications for the equipment
• Incorporate RF power supplies into the design
• Create Bills of Material in our corporate ERP system
• Perform prototype assembly and testing of components and sub-modules
• Troubleshoot equipment during building phase
• Inspect incoming products from new vendors
• Ability to use company software packages including basic project management tools.
• Help with estimating and proposal work
• Assist Assembly, Test, Purchasing and Quality Assurance with any production problems.
• Perform quality checks on electrical assembly personnel’s work.
• Ability to organize required work to complete a project and direct designers in this process.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70 (National Electric Code) and familiarity with international standards (IEC).
• Knowledge of industrial controls networks (i.e. Ethernet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, etc.) is a plus

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited ABET program
• Familiarity in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures
• 2 or more years of industry experience
• Strong CAD experience with Solid Edge or comparable 3D system
• Exposure to agency compliance codes such as NEC, NFPA, UL, CE
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred

• 4 or more years of industry experience
• Experience with AutoCAD or other 2D drafting package

Benefits & Awards

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability Insurance 
• Paid Time Off 
• 401K Match 
• Flexible Spending Plan 
• On site Gym and Running Trail 
• Employee Engagement and Sustainability Programs 
• PBT’s Best Places to Work 
• Business Ethics Award 
• Advanced Manufacturing Award 
• Competitive Wages
• Hybrid schedule once onboarding is complete

No relocation is offered with this position.

Kurt J Lesker Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

KJLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities (unless doing so will result in undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to our human resources department at hr@lesker.com or call (412) 387-9200 to provide the nature of your request. 


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About Kurt J Lesker Company

The Kurt J. Lesker Company is a dynamic, rapidly growing international manufacturer and distributor of thin film deposition systems and components for the vacuum technology market. Our products are used in a variety of applications including semiconductor, space exploration, automotive, solar, medical devices, and several other world-changing technologies. We pride ourselves on our strong team culture and dedication to sustainability, which has enabled us to continue to innovate and expand year after year. As a privately held company, we are able to focus on the long term and invest in the future, which has allowed us to stay at the cutting edge while providing stability and growth for our employees for the last 70 years. Join us and be a part of something truly special. 

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