Electrical Engineer at Magnum Venus Products in Oak Ridge, TN

Description

Magnum Venus Products (MVP) is a global manufacturer of fluid movement and production solutions for?industrial applications in composites and adhesives markets. MVP collaborates with its customers to offer tailored production solutions to meter, mix, dispense, and apply materials. For over 80 years, MVP has been a leading equipment provider for the marine, infrastructure, pool and bath, oil & gas, transportation, aerospace, and wind industries. 

As a family-owned business, MVP serves its customers and communities with integrity and respect to create a better experience.? Our same core values with which the company was founded on 80 years ago continue to guide us today as we create a better experience for our employees, customers, and communities. 

MVP proudly offers a competitive medical (partially Company-paid), dental, vision, life and disability plan; 401k retirement plan with a 4% match; Paid Time Off (starting at 13 days per year); 9 Company-paid holidays; 2 Floating holidays. 

Work Description: 

The Electrical Engineer within the Motion Division is responsible for the design, development, integration, and support of custom automated equipment and advanced motion systems. This role supports projects from concept through commissioning and plays a key role in delivering high-performance automation solutions for industrial, energy, composites, and advanced manufacturing applications. 

The position works closely with Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing, and Field Service to ensure systems are designed for functionality, manufacturability, reliability, and serviceability. This role will support both standard product platforms and highly engineered custom systems, including confidential customer programs. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Electrical System Design 

• Design electrical systems for automated machinery, motion platforms, and engineered equipment 
• Develop electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and bills of material 
• Specify electrical components including: PLC hardware, VFDs and servo drives, safety devices and relays, power distribution systems, sensors and instrumentation, and network and communication hardware 
• Support development of machine power distribution and control architectures 
• Ensure designs comply with applicable electrical codes and standards including UL, NEC, NFPA, and customer specifications 

Automation & Controls Integration 

• Work closely with Controls Engineers to support PLC, HMI, servo, and motion integration 
• Assist in troubleshooting automation and electrical integration challenges during assembly and commissioning 
• Support development and optimization of machine safety systems 
• Coordinate electrical design requirements for robotic and motion control systems 
• Assist with machine debug, startup, and validation activities 

Project Execution 

• Participate in project kickoff meetings and design reviews 
• Support project timelines through timely release of drawings and documentation 
• Coordinate with Procurement and Manufacturing on component selection, lead times, and substitutions 
• Support FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing), SAT (Site Acceptance Testing), and customer commissioning activities 
• Travel as required for equipment installation, startup, troubleshooting, and customer support 

Manufacturing & Assembly Support 

• Provide technical support to assembly technicians and electricians during machine builds 
• Assist in resolving wiring, integration, and field issues 
• Review and improve electrical assembly processes for efficiency and standardization 
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, cost, and manufacturability 

Documentation & Continuous Improvement 

• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and revision control 
• Support creation of electrical standards and design best practices 
• Assist in standardizing components and reducing electrical system complexity across platforms 
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for field or production issues 

Requirements

Required 

• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation, custom machinery, or engineered equipment preferred  
• Experience with motion control systems, industrial automation, or manufacturing equipment strongly preferred  
• Experience supporting equipment commissioning and troubleshooting preferred 

Preferred 

• Experience with custom automation systems or engineered-to-order equipment  
• Experience supporting large-scale industrial projects  
• Knowledge of UL508A and NFPA 79 standards  
• Familiarity with robotic systems and multi-axis motion equipment  
• Experience working in fast-paced project-driven manufacturing environments 

Physical Demands: 

• Ability to work in manufacturing and industrial environments  
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 40 pounds as needed  
• Ability to occasionally travel to customer sites and support equipment installations  
• Ability to safely work around industrial machinery and electrical systems 

Magnum Venus Products, Inc. is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.