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Burt Process Equipment
Electrical Engineer
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What they do
An Electrical Engineer designs, develops, and tests products and systems that use or produce electricity, including power generators, electric motors, radar and navigation systems, and communication systems. Works on larger electrical systems rather than small electronic products or devices.
$118,767 / year median in Connecticut
+2% projected growth
Job Description
The Electrical Engineer develops and tests control system for custom designed automated process equipment. This role is responsible for supporting manufacturing in the electrical aspect of project work.
Essential Functions:
- Responsible for design of electrical controls (UL508A) in support of manufacturing engineering team.
- Develop control panels, from the initial electrical schematics through testing and completion.
- Develop user's manuals for electrical capabilities, including troubleshooting.
- Develop electrical CAD drawings, test specifications and technical reports.
- Ability to develop PLC and HMI software is a plus
- Support the Process Engineer in design of custom process equipment by providing feedback on P&IDs, electrical design, sequence of operations, test procedures and other aspects of the project.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree from an accredited institution (required)
- 5-7 years of experience involving electrical design, testing, and technical writing.
- Proficient with Computers/software and MS Office (specifically Excel and Work), AutoCAD Electrical (required)
- Knowledge of NEC electrical codes, requirements and standards
- Familiar with PLC and HMI Software (allen-Bradley, Siemens)
- Knowledge of Instrumentation and Controls
- Familiar with NEMA, NFPA, and Underwriters Laboratory (UL)
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift 10lbs. unaided
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time
- Must be able to type, bend, and reach
- Must be able to travel approximately 5% of the time