Electrical Engineer (65970)

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to design, develop and implement control systems for systems in the Nutrition and Health sector of industry.

Responsibilities of an Electrical Controls Engineer include designing control systems, drawing up tender documentation, and testing and debugging control systems to ensure they meet functional requirements and user needs.

Our ideal candidate is proficient in AutoCAD Electrical and understands control theory and process system dynamics.

The goal of the Electrical Controls Engineer is to create and implement high-quality, efficient and fully operational control systems that comply with industry standards, regulations and specifications.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and develop control systems based on SPX FLOW standards and the requirements of the project. Including development of the following:

• Automation architecture drawings

• Hardware specifications

• I/O lists

• Detailed electrical design

• Network design and configuration

• Safety circuit design and configuration

• Pneumatic design

• Skid and field wiring diagrams

• Specifications of manufactured elements (e.g., PLC panels, I/O panels, motor control panels and MCCs)

• Perform study calculations (e.g., power loads) to support electrical design and specifications.

• Conduct system integration, testing and debugging to ensure functionality and reliability.

• Customer and other supplier correspondence

• Panel shop testing

• Factory and/or site acceptance testing

• Work with interdisciplinary teams to meet system performance and project goals. Other SPX FLOW teams include:

• Proposal team at the beginning of a project

• Project management throughout the project

• Process engineering throughout the project

• Automation engineering throughout the project

• Installation and Commissioning towards the end of the project

• Prepare system and component-level specifications.

• Control panel BOMs

• Panel instrumentation specifications

• Panel shop requests for quote

• Participate in the development of system documentation and control manuals.

• Item lists

• Instrument lists

• Motor lists

• As built electrical and pneumatic drawings

• Factory and site acceptance testing documentation

• Operator's manual

• Provide technical support for system installation, maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Electrical and pneumatic installation bid specifications

• Fabrication shop and jobsite pre-bid walkthroughs with customers and electrical contractors

• Review of installation bids with SPX FLOW project management and supply chain team members

• Assist in the planning and mobilization of electrical installation activities (e.g., panel unloading and positioning)

• Electrical site supervision

• Assist in item verification and problem solving

• Troubleshooting electrical problems

• Comply with SPX FLOW procedures and industry standards.

• Ensure that tasks are completed according to project schedule, quality and within budget.

• Stay updated with the latest controls engineering techniques and technologies.

• Act safely, especially outside of the known office environment (e.g., at customer and supplier sites)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Prerequisites:

• BS / BT degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering or relevant field

• Proven work experience as an Electrical Controls Engineer or similar role

• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical software

• Fluent in English - spoken and written

• Ability to travel globally up to approximately 30% of the time.

• Desired:

• Good communication skills

• Ability to multi-task in matrix environment

• Good analytical/problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Good initiative and ability to work independently.

• Ability to uphold high standards of performance within a team while maintaining ethics and integrity.

• Familiarity with PLCs, HMI, SCADA and other control systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands, fingers, handle or feel, talk, see, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 25 pounds. Use of the appropriate PPE is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job operates in a manufacturing professional office environment. The employee can be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, and loud noise level while on the production floor.

The noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SPX FLOW VALUES

SPX Flow employees are expected to behave in accordance with our company values as outlined below.

QUALITY

Quality encompasses all aspects of SPX's business, and every employee shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process, and the quality system. All employees have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and through designed channels, initiate and recommend solutions.