Alexander & Associates (A&A) is considered a leader in the design of special machines and machine integration. Our current staff is focused on machine design projects including mechanical design, controls system design, information systems and project management. A&A works to develop long-term relationships with our customers promoting repeat business, with the overwhelming majority of our business being derived from current and past customers. Alexander & Associates has been recognized as a Quality Resource for Design Services for over 80 years and looks forward to serving our customers and meeting new challenges and opportunities.

Requirements & Responsibilities:

• Regularly use the following drafting software packages: AutoCAD and/or Promis-E Generate electrical schematics, single line diagrams, and fluid power diagrams Create panel layout drawings, including dimensioning and BOM creation Write engineering instructions (EI) and construction completion & startup checklists Provide commissioning support for machine and system installations and start up support Troubleshoot electrical hardware systems, components, devices, wiring, etc Has a working knowledge of fluid power systems (hydraulics & pneumatics) Collaborate in a team environment with hardware designers/engineers and mechanical designers/engineers to develop effective programming solutions Owning the quality of the overall design, programs, machine interface and other key deliverables Understanding and inputting into the overall project execution plan, requirements and design risks Reviewing all designs for accuracy, thoroughness and adherence to aligned scope Determining and implementing control requirements for both new and existing systems. Works closely with clients to develop clear understanding of process software requirements. Participating in design reviews and preparing review materials Communicating with customer(s) to resolve open items or technical questions Attending and inputting to technical meetings and discussions as defined in the execution plan/schedule. Willing to travel domestically and/or internationally to customer sites for field audits, commissioning assistance/trouble shooting, construction, installation and start-up support. Collaborate in a team environment with hardware designers/engineers and mechanical designers/engineers to develop effective programming solutions. Assisting the software design discipline in project preparation and plans, including schedules, scope execution and staffing plans, requirements and risks. Reviewing all designs for accuracy, thoroughness and adherence to aligned scope Maintaining liaison with customers while having the ability to translate customer requirements for system control to required software technical specifications Communicating with customer(s) to resolve open items or technical questions Reviewing progress and evaluating results; making changes in methods, design or equipment when necessary. Owning the quality of the overall design, programs, machine interface and other key deliverables until delivered to the customer. Determining and implementing of control requirements for both new and existing systems Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) or Associate's degree (AAS) in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited college/university or other relative degree. At least 15 years of design/engineering experience Practical knowledge and experience in analog and digital servo control. Experience with industrial machine hardware design preferred Understanding of industrial Control Systems applications (especially with machine systems) desired, including instrumentation and data acquisition for systems improvement. Candidates must be able to write, modify and troubleshoot PLC (including motion control) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) programs. Allen Bradley and/or Siemens platforms are preferred. Experience in software development (particularly for dynamic control applications) is desired. Excellent oral and written communication Proficient in the

Microsoft Office Suite Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Licensed Maine State Electrician is a plus though not required Any Rockwell classes, certificates are a plus, such as PLC Design, Troubleshooting, Programming, etc.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Flexibility to support multiple machine start-ups and changing customer demands Individual must possess the interpersonal skills to communicate with coworkers and/or customers at all levels of the organization and present data to diverse audiences

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Experience:

electrical design/engineering: 10 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Auburn, ME 04210 (Required)

Work Location:

In person