Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Controls System Engineer (Electrical Engineer) Design the electrical and / or pneumatic hardware and software of control panels and electrical / pneumatic systems.
Responsibilities
Attending design reviews with customers and / or QDI sales staff to review and clarify the design specifications of a projectAssist the QDI sales department with quotations to identify material and labor required to complete project tasksInvestigate and resolve any conflicts with the customers’ published requirementsVerify that the design complies with any required electrical standards, building codes and local regulationsPerform detailed calculations to support the design decisions madeIdentify and create a bill of materials to meet the control design requirementsCreate the complete electrical and / or pneumatic drawings using AutoCAD software to meet the control design requirements. Obtain approvals from the customer when required.Release a complete bill of materials to the purchasing departmentRelease a complete set of electrical and / or pneumatic drawings to the manufacturing department along with the customer and / or QDI required documentation to support the buildMeet with the manufacturing department after the drawings have been released but prior to the beginning of the build to review the drawings, bill of materials and any customer specific requirements. Resolve any issues from the build review that require engineering attention.Supervise the manufacturing process to assure conformity to the customers’ specifications and sales order requirementsUse vendor software to create programs for programmable logic controllers, operator interfaces, supervisory systems and other components as requiredWhen applicable, perform pre-shipment testing to verify component and / or system operationProvide on-site technical support to complete system integration and verify final customer acceptanceSupervise and train other employees as necessaryOversee projects to insure they are completed on time and within budgetOvertime and weekend work may be required on a project to project basisFollow all procedures and work instructions with in our IMS system related to this job descriptionKnowledge and Skill Requirements
Knowledge of practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes but is not limited to applying principles, techniques, procedures and equipment to the design and production of control systems.Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry and their applications. Apply these to calculations required for a project.Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar. Be able to communicate information and ideas both verbally and in written form so others will understand.Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principals involved in developing schematics and implementing softwareBe able to listen and read to interpret customer requirements for a projectHave good troubleshooting skills for both hardware and softwareGood time management skillsOrganize, plan and prioritize work load to meet project objectivesUse logic and sound reasoning to evaluate strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions and approaches to problemsGood judgment and decision making skills to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate oneBe able to determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations and the environment will affect outcomesKeep up to date on available products and processes used in control systemsJunior position is someone coming in with less than five years of experienceIntern position is someone currently working towards an engineering degreeExperience in the following programs / processes is required
Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and OutlookAdobe Reader and / or AcrobatAutoCadRockwell RSlogix 500Rockwell RSLogix 5000Rockwell FactoryTalk View Studio ME and SEExperience in the following programs / processes is not required, but a plus
Epicor Accounting SoftwareMicrosoft OneNoteMicrosoft SharePointRockwell RSLogix 5Siemens Step 7Siemens TIA PortalSiemens WinCCWonderwareCNC ControlVision SystemsServo Motion ControlVFD Setup and ControlEthernet / IPDeviceNetControlNetAutoCad ElectricalBar Code ReadersNEC, UL, NFPA, CSA and CE codes
Company Description
For over 30 years Quantum Design has strived to meet the needs of our customers by providing quality equipment, reliable and speedy service and innovative design. Quantum Design is a leading manufacturing and engineering company in the North Illinois area. Quantum Design has grown over the years to acquire 5 unique product lines, an in-house panel building shop, a full service machine shop and an experienced service team. Quantum Design employs skilled machine builders, panel wirers and machinists and our engineering team features years of experience in Controls, Electrical and Mechanical engineering.
Company Description
For over 30 years Quantum Design has strived to meet the needs of our customers by providing quality equipment, reliable and speedy service and innovative design. Quantum Design is a leading manufacturing and engineering company in the North Illinois area. Quantum Design has grown over the years to acquire 5 unique product lines, an in-house panel building shop, a full service machine shop and an experienced service team. Quantum Design employs skilled machine builders, panel wirers and machinists and our engineering team features years of experience in Controls, Electrical and Mechanical engineering.
