Electrical Engineer II

KPI Solutions

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Hardware Design & Estimation Engineer participates in electrical control design and solutioning, utilizing standards in electrical controls design. The role requires comfort with hands-on design and product development, familiarity with ProposalWorks and Estimating Controls Projects, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, uncertain environments. This position is an opportunity to join the team and achieve the next level in system integration.

Requirements

Minimum 3+ years controls estimation experience, 8-10 years preferred.
Experience with performance management.
B.S. Electrical Engineering or Trade School equivalent in PLC/Controls Engineering or Combination of Education and Experience equivalent.
Experience in following and executing multiple tasks, ability to keep track of multiple tasks and complete them all with updates and reports communicated where appropriate.
Knowledge of designing/commissioning/troubleshooting controls systems (i.e. Rockwell, Siemens, GE, Square D, etc.).
Proficiency drafting electrical designs using AutoCAD.
This position has direct reports and will manage 3rd party suppliers/vendors and employees working to provide development assistance on your assigned projects.
Will guide/direct electrical installers and collaborate with project and program managers.
Regular travel to KPI COEs (up to 25%) required as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of industrial controls networks (i.e. Ethernet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, etc.) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Work with Controls group to provide estimation for Controls Scope.
Follow all safety guidelines, wear appropriate PPE and be safety first oriented.
Follow Standards set forth by Kuecker Pulse Integration.
Understand project schedules and scope of work.
Understand project requirements, specifications, and equipment functionality.
Contribute to the team and be capable of reacting to change.
Communicate well and often with Project Managers and/or Controls Manager.
Communicate well and often with vendors to negotiate pricing.
Keep standards high and help to constantly improve and enhance the processes defined.
Keep up to date with latest technologies and best practices.
Create electrical controls schematics including wiring diagrams, panel layouts, push-button station layouts, safety circuits, and other hardware related documents.
Visit customer site for purposes of gathering information, project kickoffs or pre-sales reviews.
Provide informed estimations of labor and materials.
Participate in the development and management of department processes, such as CAD library & functionality, operating procedures, software tools and design methods.
Maintain current knowledge of electrical and related safety standards as they relate to control panel design, build, machine safety, and machine wiring.
All other tasks as directed by management.