Design Engineer - Electrical
$77,004–$129,660 year
On-siteBirmingham, Alabama, United States
Job Summary
Develop new plant equipment designs by evaluating project scopes, defining device requirements, and preparing detailed working drawings and specifications. Coordinate projects from conception through verification while procuring custom equipment and managing vendor relationships. Provide technical guidance to operating departments, including training on new systems and support during startup and maintenance activities. Maintain CAD systems and assist with feasibility studies, scheduling, and mathematical calculations for project execution. This role requires both office and plant-based work, including exposure to varying weather conditions and hazardous environments involving mobile equipment and overhead cranes. Travel as required to represent the company.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET EAC accredited program at a four-year college or university
- Ability to learn
- Record of punctuality and good attendance
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with persons of different socio-economic, cultural, and educational backgrounds
- Ability to cooperate well with other individuals and establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Working knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD)/drafting equipment
- Good oral and written communication skills with all levels of the Company (i.e., good command of grammar and spelling)
- Ability to communicate in a courteous, polite, and effective manner, both verbally and in written format
- Ability to learn technical information, such as technical aspects of manufacturing processes, environmental standards as they relate to design parameters, etc.
- Valid state issued driver's license
- Good attention to detail and good organizational skills
- Ability to read and interpret specifications for projects, such as technical drawings, product codes, etc.
- Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Ability to learn software, such as Mathcad
- Ability to learn to use measuring instruments, such as meters, gauges, micrometers, drafting scales, transit, etc.
- Tolerance for stress, the ability to manage multiple tasks, work independently, and meet deadlines under a dynamic work schedule
- Ability to work with confidential information and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately
- Ability to work extra hours on weekdays, weekends, and holidays as required to fulfill job duties
- Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations
- Knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the job duties
- Acceptable level of vision and hearing in order to identify and respond to visual and audible warnings in a safe manner
- Professionalism and good judgment
- Ability to effectively train others
- Good reasoning and analytical skills for identifying and resolving problems
- Willingness and ability to travel as required in order to perform the job duties and represent the Company when needed
Desired Qualifications
- Three or more years of prior work experience in design engineering, environmental compliance, or project coordination
- Current State of Alabama Professional Engineers License or, if candidate is a recent graduate, Engineer-In-Training Certification
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