Project Engineer - EPG

Thompson Tractor•Birmingham, AL

45d

About The Position

The Project Engineer is responsible for managing power systems projects, industrial engine projects, and uninterruptable power systems projects from award to completion. The Project Engineer also provides technical support for the Power Systems Sales Representatives, consultants, and customers for current, past, and future projects. The Project Engineer must be able to manage multiple priorities at one time, work as a team member, and perform independently with little supervision. Relationships will be maintained with Caterpillar, end users, consultants, contractors, sales coordinators, service managers, service dispatchers, technicians and equipment manufacturers as well as other dealers. Individuals must embrace new technologies and be comfortable using new software and hardware products. The Project Engineer must demonstrate initiative, resilience, sense of urgency, commitment to teamwork, enthusiasm for customer service, and dedication to finding solutions in an efficient manner. A valid driver’s license and a dependable vehicle are requirements for this position.

Requirements

Bachelors degree required (Electrical or Mechanical Engineering)
Working knowledge of generators, engines, switchgear, automatic transfer switches and UPS units.
Experience using personal computers and basic typing skills are required.
Knowledge of electrical codes
Understanding of AC power and DC control power
Ability to read/understand drawings and specifications
Understanding of ancillary items: fuel systems, cooling systems, Scada systems, etc.
Understanding of PLCs and communication protocols
Telephone, written, and verbal communication skills
Organizational skills
Relationship building skills
Problem resolution skills
Project management capabilities
Mechanical aptitude
Computing skills including Autocad, Excel, Work and PowerPoint
Ability to speak, listen, write, and type effectively.
Ability to safely reach, kneel, climb, grasp, and stoop as needed.
Ability to safely drive for extended periods of time (day or night)
Ability to safely climb or crawl under equipment as needed.
Ability to safely lift up to 75lbs.
A valid driver’s license and a dependable vehicle are requirements for this position.

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of projects from award to completion
Size gensets, industrial engines, and UPS units based on customer information
Provide Autocad drawings for submittals
Review project submittals and outside vendor information for compliance
Attend customer project meetings
Develop project specifications for customers, consultants, and contractors
Maintain detailed communications and records
Provide technical support for Power Systems Sales Representatives, consultants, and customers for current, past, and future projects.
Provide pre-startup inspections as needed
Provide onsite support during startup of large projects
Coordinate startup with Service Department
Provide customer training if necessary
Make site visits with Sales Representatives to survey power system needs and make recommendations for customer solutions
Resolve problems with Sales Representatives, customers, consultants, and contractors
Host customers/engineers/contractors during factory training events
Uphold the Core Values of S afe & Secure, Stronger Together, People of Integrity, and Driven to Serve.