Application Engineer - Crockett, United States - EKU Power Drives

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EKU is an Automation Company that believes in improving the utilization and flexibility of existing infrastructures. Our mission is to change the way companies use energy and become more efficient in their production.
Our purpose is to create technologies that combine power generation with efficient control. Until we find a limitless unpolluted energy source, we cannot afford to misuse it.

Therefore, our company is committed to finding technology that not only increases human welfare but also makes sense for the companies to use it.

Key Responsibilities :
Understand and follow the EKU strategy and mission.
Ensure that Power Generation assets are implemented safely in accordance with the applicable industrial standards.
Ensure that Power Generation assets are configured to achieve optimal reliability and performance.
Ensure that Power Generation strategies match the application.
Provide safe Power Generation solutions in accordance with industry standards.
Provide technical support to implement Power Distribution solutions that meet the customer's needs.
Go beyond baseline skillset in Mechanical/Electrical/Software disciplines to grow broad system knowledge.
Ensure system enhancement products coming out of R&D are fully validated as fit for service.
Ensure operations know how to work with and operate all products and equipment.
Be comfortable supporting the Power Generation project needs remotely, at customer facilities, and in the field.
Ensure there are safe methods to operate Power Distribution equipment and products without entering dangerous environments.


Manufacturing:
End-of-line Manufacturing QA/QC.Technical information transfer to technician teams.
Support the technician team with parts sourcing.

Frequent communication with team members in German to provide and receive feedback as well as ensure task priorities are clearly understood.

System SetupEnsure power Distribution solutions are implemented safely through the following:
Short Circuit studies.
Protection coordinationArc flash studiesPower flow studiesGrounding studies.


Testing/commissioning:
Full functional checkouts of components/systemsRelay EKU system issues to design engineering.
Navigate software to find the needed signals to log issues and troubleshoot them.
Issue resolution.
Communicate concerns about data trends.


Technical Support:
Support customer/internal issues in the field

Preferred Experience :
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, preferred.

Working knowledge of Gensets, Turbines, Low & Medium Voltage Switchgear, Transformers, AC/DC, Batteries, Inverters, Load Banks, Transfer Switches, and HMI design.

Experience performing or providing input to arc flash and protection coordination studies using ETAP.Ability to travel up to 30% in the U.S.

and Europe.
Experience with tools such as JIRA/Confluence, Mattermost/Jitsi, Odoo, CANoe/CANape, and Microsoft Office highly preferred but not mandatory.
Able to calibrate software using Vector's CANape software.
Able to simulate and commission products using Vector's CANoe.
Able to troubleshoot CAN, Modbus, and IP networking.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Able to read, speak, and write proficiently in English.
Able to perform duties safely.
Knowledge of principles for providing strong customer satisfaction.
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to stand for long periods, sit, bend, climb, and lift items to 40 lbs.
Strong communication skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Basic computer skills.
Dependable, reliable, and capable of completing all assigned responsibilitiesWhy EKU?Competitive salary.
Dynamic work environment where no two days are the same.
A supportive team that's as energetic as the solutions we provide.
Opportunities for professional growth in a company that values innovation and talent.

The satisfaction of playing a critical role in operations that keep the lights on and engines running across various sectors.

30 days PTO

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