Electrical Control Engineer

Company: Kelly
Location: Alpharetta
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

What's Next? This is a great job! Kelly Engineering is seeking talented Controls Engineer 4
Job Title: Controls EngineerShift: M-F 8AM - 5PMLocation - Alpharetta GA Duration :12 Month Description/Comment: Summary: The main function of a controls engineer is to design, develop, install, and maintain equipment which is used to monitor and control engineering systems and processes. Job Responsibilities: Assists in creating and following electrical design schedule, from specification concept to system up completion, while keeping to an overall project schedule. Testing, evaluating, modifying, and calibrating products and instruments. Analyze plant processes, design, and implement improvements Troubleshooting issues with hardware and processes. Analyze project requirements and perform technical calculations supporting design including electrical requirements, robotic safety standards, and motor controls. Ensure all relevant safety objectives and legal requirements are observed for all work completed. Skills: Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills. Expert ability to work independently and manage one's time. Expert leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback. Technical proficiency in some software applications. Education/Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering preferred 8-10 years' experience required. Candidate Responsibilities Review specifications, proposals, estimates, and other contract documents to develop submittal packages consisting of drawings and BOMs. Create first pass for project drawing sets.--- Create preliminary designs for switchgear and generator control systems.--- Finalize power envelope designs for medium and low voltage systems.--- Design protective relaying schemes for switchgear.--- Support inside and outside sales team members with technical solutions and guidance.--- Support production engineers for successful transition from submittals to production.--- Work with consultants and customers to gain production approval on submittal packages.Typical Day --- Interpret customer specifications and drawings and have in-depth dealer/consultant interaction.--- Present clear detailed designs for production engineers to execute.--- Research new part requirements, read manuals and contact vendors to ensure successful implementation.--- Ability to manage overlapping requirements of multiple projects to meet milestones.Education Requirement --- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) with six to eight years equivalent work experience.Technical Skills Required Experience in the design of low and medium voltage switchgear.--- Ability to manage overlapping requirements of multiple projects to meet milestones.--- Detailed understanding of protective relays, their functions and proper applications.--- Basic understanding of PLC / SCADA communications networks and protocols.--- Have a detailed understanding of NEC, UL, ANSI and other standards.--- Basic understanding of generator controls and limitations.---Desired:Experience with Caterpillar generator sets is a plus.--- Experience with AutoCAD Electrical is a plus.--- Experience controlling multiple generators which parallel to one or more utilities is a plus.Soft Skills Required --- Excellent oral and written communication skills.--- Excellent business and commercial skills.--- Advanced organizational skills and strong interpersonal skills.--- Must be a self-starter motivated towards continuous improvement.

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