Electrical Design Engineer

Title: Electrical Engineer / Designer

Willing to train and develop this person.

Salary: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00

They will train on 50% of this.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

1. Design and Development:

• Conceptualize, design, and develop induction power supply systems based on project requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies and simulations to optimize system performance and efficiency.

1. Electromagnetics and Power Circuitry:

• Apply expertise in electromagnetics and electricity mechanics to design controls for new machines and induction power supplies.
• Work on power circuitry with a focus on voltage source and current source resonant frequency inverters.

1. Micro-controllers and Circuit Design:

• Utilize embedded micro-controllers, frequency, and pulse width controls using mixed analog and digital techniques.
• Conduct PCB design and circuit simulation to optimize system performance.

1. Semiconductor Devices and System Integration:

• Work with medium to large module size semiconductor devices such as SCRs, Diodes, Mosfets, and IGBTs. Calculate losses, appropriate snubber circuits, and water/convection cooling requirements for such devices.
• Design and specify electrical systems, drives, I/O, etc., for moving and orienting parts in our Induction Heating Systems.

1. Control System Design and Configuration:

• Design, specify, test, and configure control systems, including enclosures, transformers, fuses, disconnects, relays, PLCs, HMIs, computers, servo drives, sensors, pneumatics, valves, pumps, etc.
• Develop new control systems for custom and new products which meet or exceed UL508A standards.

1. Testing and Validation:

• Implement testing protocols to validate the performance and reliability of induction power supply systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues identified during testing phases to the component level.

1. Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, and product designers, to design induction power supply systems.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance during the product development lifecycle.

1. Research and Innovation:

• Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in induction power supply technology.
• Propose and implement innovative solutions to enhance the performance and efficiency of induction systems.

1. Quality Assurance:

• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to establish and maintain high-quality standards for induction power supply systems.
• Participate in design reviews and provide input to ensure product reliability.

1. Documentation and Project Management:

• Detail part drawings, process Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), and create Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Work independently with minimal supervision to complete projects on time and within budget.
• Create detailed documentation, including schematics, design specifications, and test reports.
• Ensure that all design and development activities comply with industry standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with sales to give estimates as to material costs for future orders so that sales may quote them.

1. Field Service and Problem Solving

• Resolve any problems encountered in the fabrication and construction of machines.
• Help start-up systems in the field.
• Go to customers to solve equipment issues.

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Emphasis on power electrics a plus.

· AutoCAD Electrical or similar experience is essential.

· Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

· Effective communication and collaboration skills.

· Experience in C or other embedded microprocessor programming tools is essential.

· Experience in RSLogix 5000, FactoryTalk View Studio, and other PLC/HMI programming with experience in IT networks a plus.