Electrical Engineer III

The Electrical Engineer III is focused on designing and leading complete electrical solutions for site-based conveyor systems for distribution, fulfillment, and warehouse applications. Applicant will be part of the engineering team deploying complex material handling solutions for various customers. A successful applicant will have leadership qualities and ability to handle numerous integrated technologies. Electrical Engineer III candidates should be able to work efficiently under the guidance of a project manager while leading their own teams to completion with minimal supervision and in good harmony with the rest of the project team.

·         Develop overall system design using IEC/US standards, customer specifications and KPI guidelines.

·         Utilize Autodesk ACAD-E and other KPI custom tools to complete drawings for control panels, power distribution single lines, conveyor layouts, and other electrical drawings as required.

·         Apply sound engineering principles and methods to meet project goals for scalable and robust solutions.

·         Calculate power requirements and ratings for single line diagrams and control panels.

·         Develop and release bill of materials for panels and field devices.

·         Support remote teams reviewing panel or layout drawings to aid manufacturing and installation functions.

·         Troubleshoot electrical circuits, Ethernet networks, and basic plc logic.

·         Deploy and commission complex controls solutions in customer facilities.

·         Be able to work and meet deadlines under pressure within aggressive schedules.

·         Create and implement best practice standards for conveyor control systems including flow control, gapping, and accumulation.

·         Collaborate with other teams within the group and / or company to identify common problems and solutions.

·         Lead and build an electrical engineering team to ensure measurable and consistent quality results.

Requirements

·         B.S. Degree in Engineering with 5+ years relevant work experience

. Individuals without an Engineering degree but with an equivalent level of work experience will be considered.

·         Technical Knowledge. Capable of effectively applying technical knowledge to solve a range of problems.

·         Problem Solving. Capable of detecting, recognizing a problem, identifying the nature of the problem. carefully inspecting and finding facts and developing a clear picture of the problem.

·         Analysis/Synthesis. Capable of making a systematic comparison of two or more alternatives.

·         Project Management. Capable of applying fundamental Project, Service and Relationship Management Principles.

·         Communicates effectively.

·         Clearly conveys information and ideas to help people understand and retain messages.

·         Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

·         Previous Material Handling Experience is desired.

·         Knowledge of Allen Bradley electrical products.

·         Knowledge of hardware used in material handling systems, i.e. sorters, conveyors, panel electrical components, field electrical components etc.

·         Knowledge of NEC and NFPA and UL508A.

·         Previous experience using AutoCAD-Electrical (ACAD-E) to create electrical drawings and schematics required.

·         Knowledge of industrial network protocols (EthernetIP, Profibus, EtherCAT)

·         Familiarity with PLCs, and VFD solutions Experience programming PLCs is a plus.

. Familiarity with Ignition is a plus.

Regular site and KPI office travel (up to 25%) required as necessary.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Health Care Concierge Service

• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax & Roth)

• Company paid Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability

• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance

• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Pet Insurance

• Milk Stork Program

• Wellness Program with gift card redemption and wellness challenges

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 10 Holidays)

• Training & Development
  
  KPI Solutions provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by states, federal, or local law.