Electrical Engineer
Nordson · Shanghai
Product Development & Innovation
- Design and develop electrical architectures, control systems, and automation solutions for new product development projects.
- Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
- Develop, program, test, and optimize PLC and HMI applications for industrial dispensing equipment.
- Integrate sensors, heaters, motors, valves, and communication devices into complete machine control systems.
- Support prototype builds, product verification, validation testing, and design reviews.
- Evaluate and implement new technologies that improve product performance, reliability, manufacturability, and customer value.
System Integration & Validation
- Collaborate with Mechanical, Software, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Management teams throughout the product development process.
- Conduct system-level integration testing and troubleshoot electrical and control system issues.
- Support laboratory testing, performance evaluations, and reliability assessments.
- Ensure designs comply with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Technical Support & Continuous Improvement
- Provide advanced technical support to Manufacturing, Service, and Sales teams.
- Diagnose and resolve complex electrical and automation-related issues through systematic root cause analysis.
- Support product improvement initiatives and cost-reduction projects.
- Assist with customer-specific requirements and customized product solutions when needed.
Compliance & Documentation
- Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, test reports, and design specifications.
- Support CE, UL, and other applicable certification activities.
- Participate in risk assessments and safety reviews for new products.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Automation, Mechatronics, or a related engineering discipline.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical engineering, automation, controls engineering, or industrial equipment development.
- Experience developing control systems for industrial machinery or equipment.
- Experience working within a product development or R&D environment preferred.
- Exposure to multinational or global engineering organizations is an advantage.
Required
- Strong knowledge of industrial electrical design and control systems.
- Proficiency in PLC programming, preferably with: Siemens/Mitsubishi
- Experience configuring and developing HMI applications.
- Understanding of: PID Temperature controls; Solenoid valves; Pressure sensors; Level sensors; Flow sensors; Motor control systems.
- Experience using EPLAN Electric P8 and/or AutoCAD Electrical.
- Ability to read and develop technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics.
- Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
- Ability to work with English-language engineering documentation.
Preferred
- Knowledge of circuit design and PCB fundamentals.
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, CAN, etc.).
- Experience with CE compliance and machinery safety standards.
- Experience using SAP, SAP C4C, or related enterprise systems.
- Knowledge of adhesive dispensing, fluid handling, or precision motion control systems.
Competencies
- Innovative mindset with a passion for product development.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Customer-focused and quality-driven.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong collaboration skills within cross-functional and global teams.
- Results-oriented with a high level of accountability and ownership.
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