Create and validate Bills of Materials for client submittal and approval per Powell Standards
Complete self-design reviews to verify accuracy and completeness of designs before issuing projects to Powell’s manufacturing floor for construction
Gain the ability to provide technical support in client meetings
Coordinate with purchasing and suppliers to specify & approve component parts and assemblies
Provide prompt notification to supervisor and project management for issues that impact scope, budget, and schedule
Coordinate with the electrical design team, and the mechanical engineering team for the final design and construction package to include wiring diagrams, one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control schemes, and mechanical layouts of the project
Create AC and DC schematics, door component layouts, wiring diagrams, and one-line diagrams for project approval, construction and As-Built’s drawing submittals
Provide technical support as necessary for sales, application engineering, and inspection teams throughout the life of the project
Assist fellow production engineers in solving problems on a daily basis
Adhere to Powell’s policies and procedures, work instructions, ISO policies, Safety Rules and Regulations
Meet regularly with clients, suppliers and OEMs
Minimum Qualifications
BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology or related area
Minimum 1-3 years of experience in an Engineering role
Ability to draft in ACAD
Proficient with electrical design and circuitry
Basic understanding of power system and relay applications as applied to products
Required Experience Is Proportionate With the Selected Job Level
The Engineer level requires a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 0-3 years of relevant job related experience
The Senior Engineer level requires a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 4-8 years of relevant job related experience
The Lead Engineer level requires Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 7-10 years of relevant job related experience
Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements
Ability to manage & prioritize multiple projects, schedules and budgets in a fast-paced environment
Solid organization, communication, presentation and planning skills
Ability to carry out engineering development types of tasks and address production issues
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others in a cross-functional team environment
Strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to troubleshoot system-level problems
Basic understanding of one-line and three-line drawings, control schematics, and point to point wiring diagrams
Basic understanding to being very proficient with power distribution equipment (three phase systems, relays, transformers, control switches, etc.)
Basic knowledge of 480V through 38kV electrical distribution and switchgear operation
Able to apply applicable sections of the National Electric Code and other codes and standards such as IEEE, ANSI and UL in day-to-day activities
Able to form and apply cost competitive techniques to develop the most cost-effective solution for the engineered to order product
Possess a strong customer service commitment
Basic understanding to being very proficient at drawing reviews (i.e., acquired knowledge of specification items that Powell should take exception to and specification items that require special attention; able to accurately interpret client specifications, etc.)
Working & Environmental Conditions
The employee typically performs duties in a normal office environment. There will be some work in a shop environment and exposure to the elements of our shop. Additionally there may be some work performed in the field with exposure to construction sites or active customer facilities.
It is the policy of Powell Industries to promote safe working conditions for ALL employees, to make available where necessary special equipment to protect employees against specific hazards, to reduce accidents through prevention programs and to establish rules that are designed for the safety of all. It is the responsibility of each employee to adhere to this policy, as well as to observe all safety practices and exercise every precaution for the safety of accidents.
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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, carry or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; talk or hear; walk; sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
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