Electrical Engineer

Job Scope

Manage and support the MC product line, service department, and Systems department with electrical designs and requirements and review/oversight of electrical supplier/contractor scope of supply. Design, build, troubleshoot, electrical equipment and parts, such as control panels, VFDs, reduced voltage starters, MCC components, automation devices, etc. This position requires extensive knowledge of electrical components and designs along with PLC automation according to all electrical safety codes and regulations. Must be professional, technical, and mechanically proficient.

Essential Duties

• Designing and building panels
• Maintaining the existing internal and external product line
• Develop and maintain whole MC plant, rental fleet and Life Cycle Services automation and wiring designs
• Remote monitoring, troubleshooting and software updates of units.
• Support the Systems department for plant layout electrical demands and review and oversight of electrical subcontractor/supplier scopes of supply and bids.
• Manage work and schedules of in-house electricians
• Working as a team member or alone to complete projects.
• Observing safety procedures and meeting electrical codes.
• Making decisions based on technical documents.
• Performing quality testing and inspections.
• Contribute to equipment and plant design innovation of equipment control, monitoring, etc.
• Interface with Mellott major equipment manufacturers/partners regarding their supplied electrical systems/components and automation devices
• Mentoring and training of Systems department engineers, service department technicians, Life Cycle Services personnel

Secondary Duties

• Maintain an overall safe work environment
• Keep work area clean
• Drive company vehicles when needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience and knowledge base of electrical power and control systems and automation through PLC.
• Understand and make decisions based on technical documents, such as blueprints, schematics, or instructions.
• Continued education and training in new advancements of equipment and electrical technology.
• Maintain necessary certifications to meet code requirements.
• Be motivated to work on their own and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills are a necessary part of this position.

Education Requirements

Electrical Engineering BS, or greater with 4 or more years of experience

Experience Requirements

• Journeyman experience or the completion of an apprenticeship program.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, hand tools, and industrial equipment.
• Awareness of national, state, and local electrical codes and regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter who can manage projects and make decisions.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and other technical documents.
• Willing to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lift heavy objects, climbing ladders, crawling, etc.

Physical Requirements

Individual must be prepared for

Reaching - 10% of shift

Bending - 10% of shift

Pushing - 10% of shift

Pulling - 10% of shift

Climbing - 10% of shift

Sitting - 10% of shift

Overhead work - 10% of shift

Standing - 10% of shift

Walking - 10% of shift

Lifting up to 100 pounds - 20% of shift

Employee must perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. The company will provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified individual with a disability, as defined by the ADA, who has made the company aware of his or her disability, provided that such accommodation does not constitute an undue hardship on the company.

Other Requirements

Pass a pre-employment drug screen and pre-employment physical

Work Environment

Work takes place outside subject to weather or in service shop. Work is in a loud to moderately loud environment. Individual must be prepared to work in hot or cold temperatures. Individual may be exposed to fumes or chemicals. Personal protective equipment, such as steel toe boots, safety goggles, and ear plugs/muffs, is required in the shop.

Safety: Promote a Healthy and Safe Culture

Empower employees to make the workplace safe

Establish employee ownership for safe behavior and awareness

Plan safety into all tasks

Learn from unsafe experiences to prevent future accidents

Performance Standards

• The criteria for evaluation in this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Successful development and timely completion of individual and divisional annual objectives
• Accomplishment of professional development goals as established in the employee performance evaluation
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills in building and maintaining levels of trust and respect
• Satisfactory annual evaluation by supervisor
• Note: Mellott Company reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine positions at any time with or without notice to the employee.