I&C Technologist

Electric Power Research Institute • Knoxville, TN

138d • $62,000 - $70,000

About The Position

This Technologist will work in the Power Quality (PQ) group to support lab testing and customer site PQ assessments at various locations throughout the U.S. The role provides technical assistance and advice to Engineers, Project Managers and Program Managers with minimal supervision. Provides data and analysis and develops systems that impact R D results and improves internal efficiencies in key areas. Functions as a senior technical advisor to various technical personnel in the area of laboratory analysis and testing. Has considerable freedom in planning work and carrying out assignments. Determines methods and procedures on new assignments. Performs engineering or scientific services that may include but are not limited to the following (in compliance with current industry and Government practices): Tests and evaluation, Technology planning, Systems architecture development, Requirements development, Concept development, Systems design, development and integration, Systems operation and construction, Integrated logistics support, Modeling and simulation.

Requirements

• Certification and/or Associate Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum Education: Associate's degree in electrical engineering or Mechatronics.
• 5-7 years prior experience as a technician in engineering or scientific disciplines.
• Experience with industrial control systems, power systems, and measurement instrumentation is a plus.
• Must be able to set up, assemble, install or build components of experimental apparatus or equipment.
• Expertise in an area and significant experience and training related to using specific tools, techniques, and processes.
• Willingness to travel; 3 to 4 days per month.

Responsibilities

• Support lab testing and customer site PQ assessments.
• Provide technical assistance and advice to Engineers, Project Managers, and Program Managers.
• Develop systems that impact R&D results and improve internal efficiencies.
• Function as a senior technical advisor in laboratory analysis and testing.
• Plan work and carry out assignments with considerable freedom.
• Determine methods and procedures on new assignments.
• Perform engineering or scientific services including testing, technology planning, and systems design.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k
• Short-term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD)
• Paid family leave
• Life and accident insurance
• Paid time off (flexible vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Associate degree