Electrical Engineer III

Position DescriptionTREW is a provider of Automated Equipment, Control Systems and Warehouse Execution Software. As an Electrical Engineer III, you will design and implement electrical controls systems for automated material handling equipment. This is project/application-based work that includes development of specifications, electrical device layouts, schematics and panel drawings. Project design and testing will take place in the office. Completed work is installed and tested at the clients' facility.You must be self-motivated, dedicated and possess a strong sense of initiative. You must have the ability to easily adapt to changing situations and have a strong technical background in electrical and controls systems. Candidates must have a strong task-based skillset with a focus on organization, time-management, and prioritization. Candidates will have excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal and customer service skills plus the ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of people at all levels of expertise.Duties / ResponsibilitiesMeeting with both client and internal project teams to define applications and produce functional specification or description of operation documentsLeads training/mentoring of co‑op personnel and junior engineers on design process, system commissioning, and department methods and delegates project tasks as appropriateLeads small to medium sized projects by defining and executing the work. Works independently and with minimal supervision.Leads large sized projects to execute design per project requirements with minimal supervisionWorks closely with project leads on large sized projects to execute design per project requirements.Defines and maintains a project schedule and ensures the project team meets or exceeds milestonesDefines and maintains the project forecast for resources, materials, and expensesMeets or exceeds the financial budget for resources, materials, and expensesDirects and assigns teammates as well as assigns priorities to meet the project needsGenerates project specific documentation using standard company formatsUses AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical for electrical design including device layouts, schematics, control panel design and communication architecture diagramsComponent selection and bill of material preparationCoordinates order entry of field components and control panelsDesigns electrical interfaces to devices such as network I/O, variable speed drives, camera/laser scanner ID systems and scales.Customizes standard products to meet the requirements of each projectConducting in‑house preliminary testing and onsite testing of the system as installed at the customer's facility.Interacts with mechanical engineering, controls engineering, control panel fabricators and installation personnelWork closely with controls engineers to integrate project solutionsParticipates and leads design reviews and turnovers with project teamsPerforms on‑site technical checkout, often working with installation teamsPerforms on‑site system commissioning at client sites to validate controls designProvides customer training and support during project turnover to the end userProvides continuing support for finished projectsEnsures all project checklists and documentation created by the team is archived at project completionEnsures all project checklists and ‘as‑built' documentation created by the team is complete and archived at project completionAssists engineering leadership in completion of workflow process and updates workflow instructionsReports project status to the project managers and department supervisor/managerDirects assigned team in the field and assigns priorities consistent with project requirementsIdentifies methods and tools to improved efficiencyRequired Skills / AbilitiesAbility to multi‑task and maintain deadlines while ensuring quality in a collaborative, team‑oriented environmentSelf‑motivated, with the ability to operate independently and with minimal supervisionMust have good organizational and leadership skillsMust have excellent written and verbal communication skillsProficient with MS Office Software including Word, Excel & OutlookProficient with personal computers and experience using Microsoft Windows operating systemsProficient with AutoCAD and AutoCAD ElectricalProficient with 480VAC and 600VAC 3‑phase powerAbility to calculate system loads and design panels to accommodate requirementsProficient with 120VAC and/or 24VDC control circuits and understands when to apply one over the other as integrated into control system architectures.Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC/PLC Controllers or similar automation controllers a plusAbility to design I/O architectures to accommodate system requirementsKnowledge of safety PLCs and safety systems or similar a plusKnowledge of industrial control systems including PLC and HMI systemsAdvanced knowledge of industrial communication networks such as Ethernet/IP & AS‑InterfaceProficient with system layouts, schematics and other control system drawingsAbility to perform electrical troubleshooting using various hand tools and meters.Advanced knowledge of UL508A, NFPA70 and NFPA79Ability to integrate 3rd party manufacturers equipment into standard system designs as neededEducation & ExperienceBachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET), Computer Science (BSCS), Computer Engineering (BSCE), Computer Engineering Technology (BSCET) or equivalent experienceMinimum of 5‑7 years of experience designing industrial electrical control systemsExperience with material handling equipment controls, industry experience preferred but not requiredWork EnvironmentAbility to work effectively in a warehouse and/or construction environment for system testingClimbing ladders and moving around on platforms to maneuver in and around equipmentFlexibility to travel around the country, often via air with the ability to travel 10‑20%, upon a calendar year basis to job sites both domestically and abroad. Travel may include weekends and/or holidays.Ability to work non‑traditional hours that may on occasion include nights, weekends and/or holidaysPhysical RequirementsCapable of working in a construction site environment (no air conditioning, dusty, loud etc.) and following all site safety rules such as wearing personal protective equipment (hard hats, safety shoes, hearing protection, etc.)Ability to frequently move about the work site to access equipment, etc. and remain standing stationary for extended periods of time.Trew EEO StatementTrew and its companies are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.#J-18808-Ljbffr