Sr Systems Engineer

Sr Systems EngineerPrimetals Technologies USA, LLC is a leading partner for engineering, plant construction and lifecycle services in the metal industry. We provide innovative and practical solutions to support our customers with long-term sustainability goals and their increased competitiveness. We believe the technical and economic know-how and of our employees is the key success factor of our company. Our engineers apply their expertise and use our technologies to create, design and install complex technological products and plant solutions for the metals industry. Our manufacturing teams build products our customers depend on for producing steel plants, and our service teams are ensuring that our customers are operating at the highest level. Come join the 7,000 employees worldwide working at Primetals Technologies, a Group Company of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. Our Alpharetta, GA location is currently seeking to fill a Sr. Systems Engineer – Driver Engineer position. Applicants must pass a pre-employment physical exam and drug screen. Classification and base pay rate will be dependent upon skillset and prior experience.Our Senior Level Systems Engineers are responsible for developing and designing complex systems that integrate both hardware and software.Position Overview:Developing complex material specificationsPreparing schematics and providing appropriate follow-up support.Develop recommendations on improvements related to productivity, cost reduction, and customer satisfaction.Guides complex technical interchange and knowledge transfer for both processes and application of products to system design.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Design and specify hardware for Variable Frequency Drive systemsParameterize and tune programs for Variable Frequency Drives programs on specific industrial metal technology applicationsIdentify and resolve complex technical issues as they arise, taking appropriate actions to address challenging issuesSeek advice and guidance from others on non-routine or unfamiliar problem areas as neededCollaborate with the immediate manager, engineering team, project managers, project teams, and customers throughout project executionRequired Skills/Knowledge, Education and Experience:BS/BA in a related discipline, or an advanced degree where applicable, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in drive systemsMinimum of 5 years of demonstrated success working with medium- to large-scale Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) in industrial environmentsDetailed knowledge of equipment, processes, systems, and facilities related to the electrical engineering of steel mill equipmentDetailed knowledge of complex engineering principles, calculation methods, equipment design, and equipment selectionStrong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in large, diverse, multinational groupsFlexibility and willingness to travel domestically and internationallyKnowledge with one or more of the following drive systems: Siemens SINAMICS S120, ABB ACS880, or Rockwell PowerFlexKnowledge and understanding of motor model, including the ability to properly specify and select motors applicationsRequired Travel – 30%Primetals Technologies offers a full range of benefits, including paid time off, and Insurance – Medical – including an HSA option, dental, vision, accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life & accidental death Financial – Tool purchase program, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, education reimbursement, quarterly bonus, and employee referral bonuses.At Primetals Technologies, we value difference for the benefit of our employees, our customers, and our community. Primetals Technologies is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.