Electrical Engineer - ESCO Group
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
About the Job
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
The ideal candidate will be an Electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME) capable of communicating effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. The Electrical Engineer will be integral in designing, building, and maintaining the electrical systems that power our automated machines and systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Substation and transformer engineering to enhance power efficiency and reliability. Focused on high voltage to medium voltage.
- Conduct load calculations for 480VAC systems to ensure proper power distribution
- Apply a basic understanding of Arc Flash ratings and calculations to maintain safety standards
- Create wiring diagrams, circuit breaker configuration recommendations, and other essential electrical components
- Provide Allen Bradley basic control systems hardware architecture knowledge for obsolescence upgrades
- Modify existing AutoCAD prints and create new designs as required
- Accurately read and interpret electrical drawings
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related STEM major
- 3+ years’ experience in power system design, power conversion, power distribution, power sub-system design, and/or control systems
- Current valid driver's license
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future
- Ability to travel often in the assigned territory and occasionally travel to attend company, customer, and supplier activities and events
Technical Skills:
- Expertise and experience to effectively collaborate with project engineering teams, ensuring the substation load balance requirements are continuously monitored and adjusted to align with evolving needs
- Proficient understanding of automation principles, including machine control, sensor technology, and data acquisition
- Skilled in using Allen Bradley PLC Controls Systems and AutoCAD software
Additional Valuable Skills:
- Knowledge of network topologies, including VLANs, firewalls, and servers
- Understanding of network protocols such as EtherNet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, DH+, and RIO
Source : ESCO Group