What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineer position at aquesst?
Overview:
Electrical engineers are responsible for designing and developing technical electrical drawings, PLC programming, and creating Bills of Materials. They design and layout custom equipment as well as field-installed projects, ensuring all components and materials align with customer-specific project requirements. A key responsibility of the engineering team is effectively communicating project concepts, layouts, and component designs through comprehensive drawing packages and submittal documentation.
Responsibilities:
- Develop PLC programs from scratch (Siemens and AB experience is a plus)
- Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) start-ups
- Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC programs for existing systems
- Design and create wiring and layout diagrams
- Select appropriate electrical components
- Develop HVAC Sequence of Operations
- Calculate Minimum Circuit Ampacity (MCA) and Maximum Overcurrent Protection (MOCP)
- Define electrical interconnections
- Design detailed electrical back-pan layouts
- Utilize Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and drafting software, including AutoCAD Electrical, to create technical drawings
- Generate and manage electronic drawings
- Develop design variations as needed
- Communicate technical concepts to customers, fabrication teams, and installation personnel
- Produce engineering drawings detailing plans and specifications
- Update and finalize drawings with redlines/as-built modifications
Requirements:
- Proficient in AutoDesk AUTOCAD, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel
- Familiarity with ASHRAE standards
- Proficiency in NEC regulations
- Understanding of hazardous location classifications and requirements
- Knowledge of IEC/ATEX standards (preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas
- Expertise in electrical and mechanical codes for hazardous areas, including NFPA 496 systems
- 8–10 years of experience in the HVAC industry with strong PLC programming skills (required)
- Understanding of all aspects of the HVAC and/or manufacturing industry
- Experience in designing electrical power circuits
- Proficiency in designing AC and DC electrical control circuits
- Familiarity with the design principles and construction practices of manufactured and engineered products and services, including fans, compressors, coils (DX and Chilled Water), heaters, and controls (DDC and Relay Logic)
