Electrical/Control System Engineer I

POSITION SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:    

This position is responsible for efficiently designing, testing, implementing, and completing projects while meeting project specifications and budget requirements. As an Electrical/Control System Engineer I, you will work in areas of project implementation including panel design, hardware selection, programming, testing, and site support. You will work with relay and PLC based control panel designs including schematics, panel layouts, and bill of material. You will perform design analysis including fuse sizing, breaker sizing, wire sizing, and short circuit analysis. You will perform in-shop testing and field startups, and you will support Project Management, Sales, Receiving, Drafting, Documentation, Purchasing, Production and Shipping.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·           Design electrical control panels and systems to meet project specifications and division design standards.

·           Coordinate with panel production personnel in the fabrication of control panels.

·           Develop procedures and plans for factory and field testing of control panels and systems.

·           Develop PLC and HMI applications per project specifications using division/industry standards and best practices.

·           Direct activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing conform to functional specifications and customer requirements.

·           Perform “3-Way Check” of Control Panel Drawings.

·           Coordinate operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment and systems in field installations.

·           Technical document writing including Testing Procedures, Training Plans and Sequence of Operations.

·           Notify Project Managers and Group Managers of schedule/budget goals issues.

·           Request quotes from vendors and verify quoted equipment meets specification requirements.

·           Provide customers with technical support via phone, remote access and onsite service.

·           Attend training and continuing education related to industry.

·           Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

·           Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology or Computer Engineering from an accredited institution.

·           Basic computer software skills using Microsoft Office Suite, E-Mail, Internet, AutoCAD.

·           Entry Level to Three (3) years of related work experience in related field.

·           Demonstrate a willingness and ability to learn technical skills.

·           Self-motivated and have the ability to design, write and test software and provide hardware services for small projects with significant supervision.

·           Knowledge and experience with specialized tools and test equipment.

·           Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to interact with customers, vendors, company employees and subcontractors.

COMPETENCIES:

·           Detail-Oriented

·           Trainable

·           Initiative

·           Problem Solving

·           Industry Knowledge

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

·           Work is performed mostly in office settings. Some fieldwork is required which may require overnight travel.

·           Occasionally work is done in the field, which could be in a construction area and which could require the use of earplugs, hardhat, steel toe boots, and safety glasses. The work environment could be outdoors, hot or cold, noisy and/or dirty.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: 

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

·           Working safely is a condition of employment.

·           Ability to see and read printed materials.

·          Ability to speak and comprehend verbal communication.

·          Ability to operate a computer.

·          Ability to travel.

·          Minimal lifting.

·          Moderate standing and walking.

·          Ability to reason logically and make sound decisions, to consider alternative and diverse perspectives, to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, to remain poised under all circumstances, and to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that engenders confidence and trust.

·          Ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress and conflict situations.

·          Ability to simultaneously address multiple complex problems.

·          Ability to perform under stress and/or in emergencies.

·          Ability to perform in situations requiring speed, deadlines, or productivity quotas.

·          Travel to customer sites is required.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK: 

This is a full-time position, and business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  However, longer hours, evenings and weekend work may be required.