- Perform installation and commissioning of equipment in customer plants in coordination with the Automated Systems Group and Mechanical Engineering
- Successfully complete job-specific training on various topics
- Gain proficiency in and configure, troubleshoot, and commission, PLC, and SCADA automation software for various industrial machine controls including, Ladder Logic, Python, Factory Talk, Studio 5000, TIA Portal, SQL, Ge iFix, Ignition, C, C++
- Design, install, commission, troubleshoot, and repair various, electrical control panels, process instruments, VFD's, servos, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems for industrial automation equipment control systems.
- Design, build and troubleshoot digital and analog electronic circuits and embedded systems
- Gain detailed technical understanding of casting equipment and processes controls to become a support resource and subject matter expert
- Provide Technical Service to customers in response to emergency calls or service requests in troubleshooting and repair
- Provide training to customer personnel in PLC based automation system operation and maintenance in conjunction with commissioning or in response to independent requests or requirements
- Participate in product development activities
- Participate in research activities related to aluminum casting technologies
- Assist in the preparation of PLC and SCADA packages for projects in coordination with Project Managers and other engineers involved in the commissioning process
- Attend Engineering Design Review meetings at customer sites
Electrical Controls Engineer - Spokane, United States - Wagstaff
Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Are you a knowledgeable Electrical Engineer with a passion for international travel? Wagstaff, a leading manufacturing and engineering company, is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer to join our team as an Automation Controls Electrical Engineer in our Automation Technology department.
This unique position that prepares one for the challenging and exciting role of R&D Electrical Engineer involves extensive domestic and international travel in the training phases of the first year, allowing you to work on exciting projects worldwide. After the first year, the amount of travel is expected to decline significantly as the role transitions to focus on R&D.
Pay: $65, ,000. The target pay rate is $85,000 plus travel pay.
Sign-On Bonus: $5,000
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
U.S. Work Authorization is required; Sponsorships are not being offered for this position.
As an employee of Wagstaff, you'll enjoy:
FREE medical/dental/vision benefit options
8 paid non-working holidays
Monthly, site-wide BBQs
Up to 8% retirement contribution
Annual bonus program
1200 Sqft onsite gym, accessible 24/hrs a day
Family friendly, company-wide events
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Responsibilities:
While performing the duties of this job on Wagstaff premises, work is performed primarily in an adequately lit, well ventilated, climate controlled general office environment. Close computer work is regularly required. The work usually involves minimal physical exertion. The noise level in the general office environment is usually moderate.
This job may require occasional or more frequent interaction with employees on the manufacturing shop floor. While on the shop floor, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risks of moving equipment and parts, and other risks associated with a manufacturing environment. Because of this environment and associated risks, coordination with shop floor managers/employees may be necessary before entering the shop floor, and use of job appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required on the shop floor. The noise level on the shop floor is often loud.
This job may also require occasional or more frequent travel to and work at customer sites. While at customer sites, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risks of moving equipment and parts, and other risks associated with a construction and/or manufacturing environment. Because of this environment and associated risks, coordination with customer managers/employees may be necessary before entering the customer site, and use of job appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required at customer sites. The noise level at customer sites is often loud.
Employment at Wagstaff is dependent on successfully passing a company-paid drug screening and background check upon hire. Benefits eligibility is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable policies, plans and programs of Wagstaff.
Wagstaff, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.