Engineer I
Job Description
From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive.
Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We’re extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.
While reporting to the Technical Manager, the following job description outlines the essential functions of an Engineer I. The following lists are not all inclusive, and an Engineer I is expected to assume all assigned duties.
What you’ll be doing:
- Design electrical schematics using AutoCAD Software or equivalent
- Develop electrical enclosure panel layouts using AutoCAD or equivalent computer software
- Testing and debug of electrical control circuits
- Ability to integrate various inkjet, laser, or robotic systems is a plus
- Programming of machine control components consisting of A-B PLC’s, HMI’s, and others
- Manage multiple projects
- Assist in machine manual development & quoting needs
- Experience programming other types of PLC’s (ex. Omron) and HMI’s is a plus
- Work and communicate effectively with other groups within all departments
- Perform final machinery check-offs to verify all systems functionality
- Help customer support through phone support to answer technical questions, support during machinery factory acceptance visits, and other issues
- Provide technical assistance as required
- Communicate effectively to department managers regarding project progress, achieving goals, and customer expectations
This position is located in Chillicothe, MO and 100% onsite
We’d love to hear from you if:
- Education: B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
- Familiarity with electronic test instrumentation
- Ability to read/write and follow verbal and written instructions
- Experience designing, testing, and troubleshooting of industrial equipment with electro-mechanical components; example: relays, motor starters, temperature controllers, etc.
- Proficient computer skills in file processing, email, Web navigation, and MS office
- Healthy attitude to work within a team environment
- One year (Experience through co-ops and/or internships is acceptable)
Compensation:
The annual base salary range for this role is from $67,040 to $75,420.
At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
- Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
- Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.
