Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer-OFAThe Electrical Engineer-OFA will be responsible for producing quality electrical designs, integrating Okuma's own and our Partners' peripheral equipment, and testing and troubleshooting of components and systems for Okuma's manufacturing solutions.Essential Job Functions & ResponsibilitiesProcessing Requests for Engineering Quotations (RFEQs)Direct technical support for sales, service, distributors and partners as requiredContinuous improvements of designs and processesDesign documentation (functional specifications, installation instructions, wiring diagrams/tables, BOM's, etc.)Processing of Engineering Changes (ECNs)Investigation and root cause analysis for NOPs (Notification of Problem)Standardization of design / common componentsCreating and maintaining project schedulesConcept and detail electrical designUS Sourcing of components and systemsCost control / cost reduction / meeting cost objectivesComponent evaluation and specificationElectromechanical systems troubleshootingBasic setup/programming/troubleshooting of PLC, motor drives and industrial communications systems.Adheres to all company employment policies and safe practicesDevelops and performs training for Okuma, Distributor, and end-user personnelPerforms other duties as assigned and explores opportunities to add valueExperience/Training/EducationBS Electrical Engineering or equivalent3-7 years of electrical design experience (prior software coding experience preferred)Experience with PLC and motor drives programming, industrial communication protocols (preferred)Experience with Robotics and other forms of automation is a plusKnowledge/Skills/AbilitiesGeneral:Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage a range of responsibilities and competing priorities while working under pressure to meet deadlinesSuperb time management and organizational skills with the ability to meet regular and frequent deadlinesTechnical:Skilled at progressing from problem statement to well-documented and tested designsCommunication:Strong written and verbal technical communication skillsExceptional ability to speak and write effectively in a business environmentExceptional ability to ask necessary questionsMath & Reasoning:Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusionsAbility to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously and willingness to adapt to change and take initiativePhysical and Environmental ElementsPhysical Demands:Ability to sit continuously for over three quarters of the normal work shift, and stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms for at least one fourth of the normal work shiftAbility to lift and carry, push, or pull up to 20 poundsAbility to stoop, crouch and reachAbility to talk or hear continuouslyAbility to see clearly to do all work-related tasks (clear or corrected vision at 20 inches or less)Ability to operate a vehicle and possess a valid driver's licenseFinger dexterity is required frequently for over 3/4 of the normal work shift including operating a phone, computer/ electronic equipment, and electronic toolsWork Environment:About three quarters of the position's functions are performed in the office environment with standard equipment and moderate noise levels (examples: computers, printers, fax, copiers, light traffic, and phone)The other quarter of the position's functions are performed either at a customer site or in the Okuma warehouse/ showroom. Will often interact with the production/warehouse environment. Thus, the employee may work in an open warehouse area where temperatures may be subject to outdoor conditions in terms of cold and heat.There is exposure to various tools and equipment as well as forklift operations and corresponding noise levelsSpecial RequirementsMaintain annual OSHA safety certifications as required by job dutiesDriving record that is insurableMay need to travel occasionally (up to 20%)Live within a commutable distance of the corporate office