ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

CommTech Global • Sarasota, FL

6h • $73,000 - $100,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for successfully designing and completing customer control systems. Working with the engineering team, the engineer outlines projects and completes the necessary work, which may involve electrical controls knowledge, process engineering skills, and advanced computer, PLC, and HMI programming. The role may involve serving as a project leader or contributing as part of a project team, and includes installation support and on-site hardware and software start-up and debugging. The position is full-time, hourly, and requires 40 or more hours per week. Hybrid flex scheduling opportunities may be available with coordination.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• At least 1 year of electrical engineering experience.
• Fundamental knowledge of control and electrical system design and its application in automated industrial designs.
• Familiarity with basic control-system electrical components, such as solenoids, beacons, and switches.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to provide strategic leadership, guide implementation of a strategic plan, measure progress, and adapt as necessary.
• Ability to design and troubleshoot controls.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to personal and team safety.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of the team, customers, and external contacts by telephone, in writing, by email, and in person.
• Ability to learn company-specific applications.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to travel as required, including regional or assigned-territory day trips and overnight stays.
• Ability to lift and transport items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to sustain physical activity, including walking, climbing, bending, and sitting.
• Good finger dexterity to handle small objects.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow company procedures and manufacturers’ guidelines.
• Ability to demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to work in remote field settings and tolerate extreme weather, including hot, cold, muddy, and wet conditions.
• Valid, active driver’s license and ability to operate a vehicle.
• Ability to pass random DOT drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Bluebeam CAD.
• Familiarity with the renewable and fossil fuel energy sectors.
• PLC programming and experience with HMI and SCADA systems, including Allen-Bradley, Delta V, and Ignition.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical and control-system design solutions based on engineering principles.
• Interpret client requirements, identify design parameters and engineering problems, and ensure solutions are implemented accurately.
• Resolve project problems and minimize delays or unexpected cost increases.
• Contribute to project success as a project leader or team member.
• Provide system installation support and on-site start-up and debugging for hardware and software.
• Communicate project details to managers, construction personnel, and customers in accordance with company policy.
• Ensure control systems comply with company and site standards, including safety reviews and management of change.
• Evaluate and recommend equipment or procedure improvements as necessary.
• Take responsibility for personal and team safety.
• Support other locations and departments as needed.

Benefits

• Health insurance plans for employees and families.
• Health Savings Account.
• Life insurance plans.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Dependent Care Account.
• Lifestyle Spending Account.
• Supplemental dental insurance.
• Supplemental vision insurance.
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
• Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, and leave-of-absence allowances.
• Continuing education programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Hybrid flex schedule opportunities with coordination.
• Work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level