Electrical Engineer

Job Function:
 
The Electrical Engineer will assist in the development of new products and will support Operations in the deployment of said products and the build out of associated, complete systems. During the design phase the main tasks will be to design the electrical layout, select process control components and program our systems for standalone functionality. This position is critical to our department in ensuring a smooth transition into manufacturing with follow-on support during product deployment, in-field commissioning, and on-going service.
 
Responsibilities:

• Hands-on engineering to develop, implement and service all electrical and control aspects of product development, product delivery and service, including: 
  • Supporting the build of test equipment and products by designing the electrical layout, selecting controls components, and designing subassemblies and interconnections for manufacturability
  • Supporting the system controls program development, including interfaces with customer processes, and controls tuning
  • Reading, interpreting and creating circuit diagrams, drawings and electrical code specifications to plan wiring layouts and provide feedback regarding improvements and controls
  • Supporting field installation, testing and maintenance of electrical and control wiring, equipment, PLC program, system commissioning and maintenance
  • Designing and installing new controls and instrumentation for existing and new plant equipment and processes to support integration of additional equipment
  • Preparing automation and instrumentation related designs, drawings and programming specifications and SOPs, as well as work instructions, operating manuals and maintenance manuals
  • Troubleshooting components and systems and repair of the electrical and control systems
  • Supporting the maintenance and repair of electrical and control wiring, PLC program and production equipment
  • Supporting daily preventative maintenance of products in the field
  • Support calibrating components and instruments according to manufacturers' specifications
• Provide innovative solutions for electrical and controls component breakdowns
• Ensure electrical and controls aspects of product assembly and service milestones are met on time.
• Assist the development team in establishing testing capabilities.
• Participate in product deliveries.
• Support service and maintenance contracts within our facility and at our customers’ facilities.
• Help to promote and expand service capabilities and scope.
• Work with the operations team to ensure adherence to the QMS.
• Proactively pursue strong, positive relationships with all company staff. Promote a culture of accountability. Promote an atmosphere exuding confidence, excitement and enthusiasm.

 
Preferred Experience/Qualifications:

• PLC programming experience with ladder logic, function block, Siemens PLCs.
• HMI/SCADA programming experience with Scada software
• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience working with electrical, automation, process equipment installation, wiring, commissioning and service.
• Minimum 2 years Industrial Control System programming and tuning experience
• Hands-on experience from product development through implementation
• Experience in the Hydrogen and/or natural gas industry
• Knowledge of, and experience with, codes and standards for hazardous areas
• Experience with electrical certifications
• Experience with directing and working closely with industrial electricians
• Experience in designing electrical system schematics and layouts, program creation, performing modification, repair, installation, maintenance, improvement and troubleshooting of various types of industrial electrical equipment and associated electrical and electronic controls
• Strong skills in:
  • hands-on experience in an industrial setting, working with electrical, PLC controls, equipment installation, wiring, commissioning and maintenance
  • PLC and HMI programming, troubleshooting and maintaining backup programming and parameters
  • Operating in a team environment: team direction, training/coaching, motivation, flexible to multiple tests
  • Detail oriented with excellent verbal and reporting skills
  • Product and system troubleshooting
  • Electrical, controls and PLC experience
• Previous Experience using CAD systems.
• Knowledge of quality management systems.
• Knowledge of ERP systems.
• Adept in MS Office applications – Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project.

 
Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and P.Eng. designation is required