Electrical Engineering Associate - New Freedom, PA

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•New Freedom, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Engineering Associate provides engineering support for the development of new or modified components and products, including hands-on construction and testing. The role supports the Prototype Build and Test team in building and testing Variable Speed Drives and associated test fixtures, under the direction of a supervisor and senior technicians. It includes troubleshooting electrical devices and systems, analyzing test and cost data, preparing and reviewing technical drawings and design documents, performing calculations and tests, and coordinating with customers, vendors, inspectors, and other departments. The position is based on-site in New Freedom, Pennsylvania and may involve work in laboratory, manufacturing and testing facilities, and field sites.

Requirements

Associate degree in engineering science, preferably electrical engineering (EE) or electrical engineering technology (EET), and at least 3 years of direct work experience with electronic instrumentation; other relevant education or a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.
Experience with electronic instrumentation, including digital voltmeters (DVMs), power analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
Experience working with three-phase power from 380V to 600V.
Experience troubleshooting basic electronic circuits.
Experience using hand tools to fabricate electronic or power assemblies and subassemblies.
Experience soldering and removing through-hole and surface-mount components at the PCB level.
Ability to follow instructions, with or without agreement.
Ability to multitask.
Strong verbal and written technical communication skills.
Ability to interact efficiently and cooperatively with engineers and technicians in a technical role.
Ability to work in laboratory, manufacturing/testing facility, and field-site environments.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment and adapt quickly between tasks.
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite applications, including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint, as well as Internet software.
Willingness and ability to quickly learn new concepts and technologies, including on steep learning curves.
Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience using hand crimp tools to fabricate wire harnesses.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support and communication to the Prototype Build and Test team to help build and test Variable Speed Drives and associated test fixtures efficiently.
Design, fabricate, or arrange for fabrication and testing of parts, components, and subsystems.
Collect and analyze data, including test and cost data.
Prepare complex and non-standard sketches, drawings, and design documents.
Review and mark up drawings to support drafting and design documents.
Perform routine system and component calculations and selections, and write specifications.
Coordinate with customers and other departments to design, build, and test component systems.
Lead tasks within a project.
Troubleshoot nonconforming systems and components for manufacturing, service, and test-lab applications, and make recommendations.
Perform tests and write test procedures.
Provide limited technical guidance and assistance to operators as needed to complete and coordinate activities.
Exchange technical information with vendors, customers, and inspectors for assigned products and components.
Order, receive, and deliver equipment and information using company procedures.
Follow codes and procedures related to the job.
Train others in areas of technical and practical knowledge.
Communicate technical information clearly and precisely in written, verbal, and graphical forms.
Follow and participate in creating standard procedures, test standards, test procedures, and processes.
Adhere to the Company's Code of Conduct and Business Ethics standards.