Electrical & Controls Engineer - job 1 of 2

As an Electrical & Controls Engineer at Botanic Tonics, your primary responsibilities will encompass participating in cross-functional teams, providing software lifecycle support for automated manufacturing equipment, and troubleshooting instrumentation and software issues. You will also be tasked with documenting design specifications while ensuring the alignment of operations with the engineering and maintenance teams for maximum efficiency.

To be considered for the Electrical & Controls Engineer role at Botanic Tonics, candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline, along with 5+ years of manufacturing experience and 3+ years in manufacturing automation. A strong proficiency in PLC and HMI troubleshooting and design, paired with excellent electrical and mechanical skills, is crucial for success in this position.

In the Electrical & Controls Engineer position at Botanic Tonics, strong math skills, proficiency in troubleshooting electrical control systems, and effective communication abilities are vital. You'll also need to navigate a fast-paced environment successfully. Your capability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and communicate effectively with various teams will enhance your performance in this role.

Collaboration is at the heart of the Electrical & Controls Engineer role at Botanic Tonics. You will engage with operations, engineering, maintenance, and quality groups to identify and address challenges. Your insights will help drive efficiencies in processes, fostering a team-oriented approach to maximize value across the business.

At Botanic Tonics, we value a workplace culture centered around engagement, innovation, and teamwork for our Electrical & Controls Engineer. Our focus is on empowerment, ensuring that our engineers contribute their unique voices and skills to align with our mission of helping individuals be present and connected to their surroundings, fostering fulfillment in both work and life.

When addressing this question, highlight specific projects where you successfully resolved issues with PLC and HMI systems. Discuss your approach to diagnosing problems, how you collaborated with team members, and the impact your solutions had on project outcomes.

For this question, emphasize your methodical approach to documentation. Talk about how you ensure precision in your specifications and drawings, how you collaborate with others to gather input, and why clear documentation is crucial for future reference and team collaboration.

In your response, share a specific scenario where troubleshooting was particularly complex. Discuss the steps you took to analyze the issue, the tools you used, and how you ultimately resolved the problem while minimizing downtime.

Explain how you prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance. You can share tools or techniques that help you stay organized, like project management software, and give examples of how this approach has helped you meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.

Discuss the safety standards you adhere to and how you implement safety protocols in your work. Outline your process for evaluating electrical systems and mention any relevant certifications or training that bolster your understanding of safety in engineering.

Express your belief that innovation is critical to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in electrical engineering. Talk about trends or technologies you’re excited about and how you stay current with industry advancements to integrate innovative practices into your work.

Discuss your approach to communication, emphasizing the importance of active listening and clarity. Provide examples of how you’ve facilitated discussions or collaborated with different teams to ensure everyone is aligned and informed throughout a project.

Detail your systematic approach to software lifecycle support, spanning from initial assessments and modifications to commissioning and decommissioning. Explain how you ensure software updates improve overall equipment performance while maintaining compliance.

Share your intrinsic motivation for engineering and what aspects of your role keep you engaged, whether it’s problem-solving, mentoring others, or witnessing the direct impact of your work in a manufacturing setting.

Share specific instances where your contributions led to enhancements in manufacturing efficiency or quality. Discuss the techniques or processes you implemented and the measurable outcomes that resulted from your initiatives.