Electrical Engineer (Controls Engineer)

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About Met Weld International

MWI is a leading provider of engineered skid-mounted process systems and industrial controls for the power , oil & gas, nuclear, industrial and NavSea sectors. For over 35 years, Met Weld has supported global industry with a full line of services and capabilities, including integrated design, engineering, manufacturing, and fabrication. Met Weld's manufacturing facility and Quality Assurance Programs deliver a controlled approach to each project and ensure the highest level of quality and service for our customers.

Position

Met Weld International, LLC (MWI) is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our team in Altamont, NY. The Electrical Engineer will design, develop, test and optimize the manufacturing and installation of instrumentation and controls, components, or systems for commercial use.

The electrical engineer in this role will interface daily with the engineering and manufacturing teams to deliver innovative solutions to meet our clients' needs. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on individual with a strong background in control system design (hardware/software/network), electrical panel design and power calculations, risk assessment, component selection and configuration, control system programming, and control system installation and commissioning.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, maintain, and improve electrical instruments, equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes. This includes:
  • Developing electrical schematics, electrical interconnect, & cabling interconnect diagrams
  • Designing electric heater SCR control panels (including mechanical layout of equipment within)
  • Designing PLC systems and programming per project specific requirements
  • Designing electrical junction box mechanical layout
• Works closely with other engineers, customers, and management to discuss existing or potential engineering projects and products.
• Perform detailed calculations to compute and establish manufacturing, construction, and installation standards and specifications.
• Prepare specifications for the purchase of materials and equipment (define complete electrical BOM's).
• Coordinate manufacturing, construction, installation, maintenance, support, documentation, and testing activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, and customer requirements.
• Develop Factory Acceptance Test requirements and provide support.
• Review technical requirements and prepare technical drawings and specification of electrical systems to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in instrumentation and control systems, providing timely solutions. Includes production troubleshooting and support.
• Prepare and maintain documentation, including system specifications, wiring diagrams, and operating procedures.
• Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements related to electrical theory, instrumentation and controls and apply principles to engineering projects.
• Travel to support product commissioning (<25%) may be required.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience with instrumentation, controls, and low-medium voltage power.
• Familiarity with the Electric Code.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to identify, troubleshoot and resolve critical issues in a timely manner.
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail
• 2D AutoCAD experience required; 3D experience with AutoCAD/Inventor is a plus.
• Proficient with computer and information technology (MS products)
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, electrical engineering, and Lean manufacturing principles is a plus
• Familiarity with applicable health and safety regulations
• Prior experience interfacing with a quality management system, ISO9001, NQA-1, etc.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree and/or Registered PE in the state of New York a plus.
• 5-10 years of relevant experience including hands-on experience with instrumentation, controls, and low voltage power.
• Prior experience with codes and standards, including ASME Section IX, ASME Section VIII, Zone 2 hazardous areas (UL/FM, ATEX, IECEx).
• Hazardous Location design experience is a must (Gas Groups B, C, D)
• Prior experience with auxiliary power systems, ASME Section III and NavSea is a plus.

Physical Requirements

Ability to regularly sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. Frequently required to talk or hear and required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Exposure to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. Safety glasses, ear plugs and steel toe shoes are required when on the Shop area.

Some travel may be required.

ITAR requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. or , (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Met Weld International is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).