Electrical Controls Engineer jobs in Delaware

Summary:

This position reports directly to a Project Manager. Provide technical support to both customers and engineering staff and expertise on projects from bid preparation through final acceptance by the customer. This includes estimating, scheduling, and cost tracking. Resolving issues and discrepancies. Acting as liaison with involved parties such as design personnel, vendors, field forces and customers. Performance of duties requires proficient knowledge of both M Davis and customer policies and standards and strong communicative skills.

Responsibilities:

Technical leadership - Provide technical leadership and support to engineering staff in problem resolution and optimization of electrical design and control systems: managerial responsibility for electrical and controls engineering resources.

• Resource Development – Lead and support the development of electrical controls and distribution engineering expertise.
• Participates in pre-bid site visits, bid, preconstruction and construction progress meetings.
• Assist with project estimates, scope, and scheduling.
• Provides input and review on completeness and constructability of design documents at appropriate design and review phases of project development.
• Monitor project execution to ensure completion of projects in accordance with plans and specifications, budget, and schedule.
• Monitor quality assurance on projects.
• Provides support to required safety, health and environmental policies and procedures.
• Continuous improvement – Support continuous improvement efforts, through the development and upgrading of systems and procedures, resulting in increased operational capability, reliability, and efficiency.
• Software Management – Manage and support software upgrades and licenses as needed for the department.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

· Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Engineering Technology preferred.

· Minimum of 10 years’ experience in manufacturing controls systems (Allen Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs).

· PLC and HMI Programming experience

· Electrical Process Controls experience

· Understanding of electrical power distribution

· Understanding of NEC / NFPA 70, and UL 508A

· Working knowledge of AutoCAD

· Knowledge, experience, and proficiency with control systems, including:

o An advanced knowledge and experience with PLC, HMI and motion control systems commonly used within industrial manufacturing processes: Rockwell is a must. Wonderware, Siemens, etc.

· Collaborative, hands-on approach to problem identification, resolution development and implementation; proven ability to work across multi-functional teams.

· Ability to understand customer business objectives, including safety and quality requirements, when assisting in developing technical solutions.

· Demonstrates ability to develop, mentor, and train technical and engineering personnel, to improve controls process knowledge and improve capabilities.

· Proactively identifies opportunities to leverage new technologies for process improvement solutions.

Preferred Skills / Attributes:

· Practical knowledge and relevant experience in field construction environment

· Familiarity and experience with manufacturing and/or materials processing.

• Experience and understanding of HAZOP and/or Process hazard reviews.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50.00 - $80.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Newark, DE 19713: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person