Electrical Engineer- OFA

OKUMA AMERICA CORPORATION•Charlotte, NC

15d

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer-OFA will be responsible for producing quality electrical designs, integrating Okuma’s own and our Partners’ peripheral equipment, and testing and troubleshooting of components and systems for Okuma’s manufacturing solutions. The identification of Essential Job Functions does not display an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the related work that may be assigned to this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

BS Electrical Engineering or equivalent
3-7 years of electrical design experience (prior software coding experience preferred)
Experience with PLC and motor drives programming, industrial communication protocols (preferred)
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage a range of responsibilities and competing priorities while working under pressure to meet deadlines
Superb time management and organizational skills with the ability to meet regular and frequent deadlines
Skilled at progressing from problem statement to well-documented and tested designs
Understanding and application of national and international standards such as ISO, OSHA, ANSI, and current RIA robot safety specifications
Strong written and verbal technical communication skills
Exceptional ability to speak and write effectively in a business environment
Exceptional ability to ask necessary questions
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and willingness to adapt to change and take initiative
Ability to sit continuously for over three quarters of the normal work shift, and stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms for at least one fourth of the normal work shift
Ability to lift and carry, push, or pull up to 20 pounds
Ability to stoop, crouch and reach
Ability to talk or hear continuously
Ability to see clearly to do all work-related tasks (clear or corrected vision at 20 inches or less)
Ability to operate a vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license
Finger dexterity is required frequently for over 3/4 of the normal work shift including operating a phone, computer/ electronic equipment, and electronic tools
Maintain annual OSHA safety certifications as required by job duties
Driving record that is insurable

Nice To Haves

Experience with Robotics and other forms of automation is a plus

Responsibilities

Processing Requests for Engineering Quotations (RFEQs)
Direct technical support for sales, service, distributors and partners as required
Continuous improvements of designs and processes
Design documentation (functional specifications, installation instructions, wiring diagrams/tables, BOM’s, etc.)
Processing of Engineering Changes (ECNs)
Investigation and root cause analysis for NOPs (Notification of Problem)
Standardization of design / common components
Creating and maintaining project schedules
Concept and detail electrical design
US Sourcing of components and systems
Cost control / cost reduction / meeting cost objectives
Component evaluation and specification
Electromechanical systems troubleshooting
Basic setup/programming/troubleshooting of PLC, motor drives and industrial communications systems.
Adheres to all company employment policies and safe practices
Develops and performs training for Okuma, Distributor, and end-user personnel
Performs other duties as assigned and explores opportunities to add value