Senior Electrical / Automation Control Specialist
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Overview
Compensation
$100,000-$130,000/year
Job Description
Senior Electrical / Automation Control Specialist
Position Description:
SUMMARY:
Perform electrical engineering assignments by applying standard engineering practices and principles under the guidance of a Senior Electrical Engineer. Design products, components, or assigned phases of major projects. Conduct necessary research to specific design problems. Recommend design modifications as indicated by test and usage.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Develop design layouts for new and revised designs by using or coordinating computer aided design (CAD) techniques.
- Ladder logic development for PLC controlled systems and other types of control programming.
- Perform electrical calculations including circuit design, conductor sizing, power requirements, PLC scan time considerations and time/motion studies.
- Work with Electrical Engineer to promote continual improvements in all aspects of electrical machine design.
- Revise exiting designs and prepare engineering change notices (ECN’s) and document all changes.
- Prepare bills of material for new assemblies and coordinate the detailing of new assemblies, schematics, and other related drawings in drafting.
- Travel to customer facilities to support breakdowns, installations, start-ups, performance runs and the like. International and domestic installations may require extended trip durations to complete all phases of the project.
- Design test equipment and determine methods, procedures, and conditions for testing products
- Develop applications of controls, instruments, and systems for new industrial uses.
- Direct and coordinate operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment and systems in field installations.
- Provide technical information to the sales and service departments including assembly, detail, and commercial part numbers.
- Perform other Engineering Department related functions as assigned by the Engineering Manager or designat.
Qualifications:Electrical Engineer Degree or an equivalent Technical Diploma:
- Minimum five years of experience directly related to designing electro-mechanical equipment for manufacturing environments required.
- Experience in the industrial equipment industry required; experience in the design of panels, wood or pulp and paper product handling equipment desired.
- Demonstrated knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, motion and control components required.
- Must have experience in industrial electrical design including ladder logic and other control experience preferably on multiple platforms.
- Proven proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD or similar CAD system software required.
- Ability to apply mathematical operations to engineering calculations such circuit analysis, electrical power requirements, electrical panel sizing, etc. required.
- Ability to read drawings, hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams and electrical schematics required.
- Current United States passport required.
- Strong written and verbal business communication skills a must.
- Proven track record of being self-motivated, working with minimal supervision, and partnering with diverse team members required.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities, retain a sese of urgency and meet strict timelines required.
- Direct report to the Senior Electrical.
- Relocation will be paid by our client for the right qualified candidate.
- Candidate may live within a radius of 1 -1.25-hour drive from the plant.
Base Salary $100k-$130Kplan depending on experience. Plus a generous bonus.We look forward to having a conversation about this position!
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This job at KMR Innovations Inc. is located in Aberdeen, WA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at KMR Innovations Inc.?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $100,000 and $130,000 per year.
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