Electrical Engineer

Summary

The electrical engineer will design, develop, test, troubleshoot, upgrade, and maintain electrical components, control circuits, high-power electrical systems, and manufacturing equipment including motors, pumps, and industrial melting furnaces (induction, electric).

Essential Functions

* Design / Development / Test: Electrical systems for induction and electric furnaces including power distribution, heating components, and control panels. Program PLCs and wire to interface with machines.

* Test and Analysis: Test systems / analyze equipment for performance, safety, and reliability. Repair/replace amplifiers, circuit boards, other electronic components. Reload system programs, parameters, and software.

* Project Engineering: Manage technical details of installation, commissioning, upgrades, and adherence of safety standards, codes (Local, State, Federal). Prepare specifications for purchase of electrical equipment and materials.

* System Optimization: Improve energy efficiency, troubleshoot electrical failures (sensors, power supplies). Assist mechanics in troubleshooting and repair of machine controls, HVAC, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls.

* Tools and Technology: Proficient in CAD software, simulation tools (MATLAB), and electrical simulation software (ETAP), thermal processing controls/output controls of furnaces,

Education and Experience

* Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree / education

* 1-4 year experience preferred in industrial, high-voltage, or thermal processing environments.

Competencies

* Excellent communication and technical writing skills

* Strong decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving skills

* Strong Interpersonal skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams

• Thorough understanding of OSHA, JIC, ANSI, NEMA, and National Electrical Code.
• Incumbent is expected to collaborate with superiors and/or peers for advice and guidance on matters, which have a significant impact on the business.
• Electrical, mechanical skills and experience manufacturing processes to determine equipment, material and manpower needs and to develop and coordinate equipment repair and changeover processes.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) program preferred
• Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement tools (RCA, PMs and Pdms).
• Excellent personal time management skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities with possible conflicting deadlines.
• Must have good analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.
• Good working knowledge of all MS Office applications, internet applications, and AutoCAD.
• Must be proficient in the use of analytical tools and techniques to analyze data, train others and participate in teams to find solutions to problems.
• Must have a "Hands On" approach to resolving issues.
• Establish good working relationships with leadership team, peers, production team, vendors and contractors; team oriented.
• Must be proficient in the use of communications techniques (oral and written; speaking and listening) to transmit ideas to individuals and groups.
• High level of self-motivation to perform and succeed.

* Able to work out/with normal office hours as business requires.

* Performs all aspects of the position according to the PCC Code of Ethics.

Additional notes

The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Physical Dimensions

Physical Demands - The physical 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.

Physical Demands - Must be able to frequently remain in a stationary position with repetitive hand motions. Frequently operates a computer and other office productivity machinery including a copy machine, and computer printer. Employee will be required to make frequent visits to the manufacturing environment and must be able to occasionally walk and stand, sometimes in extreme heat or cold; may occasionally be required to climb or balance; push/pull, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. May be required to operate a forklift and hand tools.

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

Works primarily in a climate controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential. May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside of the office setting with exposure to climate changes, uneven surfaces, heights, noise, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.