Electrical Engineer

Why This Role Matters

This is an opportunity to create an impact in an innovative company on a growth trajectory. There are three keys to success in this role:

Create, adjust and review drawings for electrical schematics, electrical layouts, and simple mechanical prints using Solidworks or Altium.
Create, review and modify programs on power supplies and other product lines.
Apply electrical theory and related knowledge to improve product lines. Perform complex testing and analysis to products and equipment, as necessary.

Responsibilities

The Electrical Engineer position is part of the Product Development Team. This is a full-time, exempt position. This position will require a broad range of responsibilities to ensure success. Some examples of these responsibilities are listed below (but are not limited to the following):

Reports to the Production Engineering Manager
Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve processes and products.
Plan, perform, direct, and record electrical testing.
Review engineering drawings and documents for accuracy, feasibility, and manufacturability.
Recommend modifications or replacements of equipment that fails to meet standards.
Prepare drawings, specifications, calculations, charts, and graphs of electric equipment and subcomponents.
Fabricate simple to complex prototypes; set up laboratory tests requiring ingenuity.
Gather, interpret data, and report analysis to management.
Keep informed about new and emerging technologies and materials.
Design and troubleshoot digital and analog electronic circuits.
Participate in design reviews and other team development processes.
Research and develop solutions for electrical/technical problems by applying theories and principles of science and mathematics.
Develop test strategies and procedures for test validation.
Operate computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks.
Adhere to company policies and safety standards.
Adhere to ISO processes.
Attend and participate in all required training and meetings.
Maintain a neat, clean, and safe work area.
Other essential responsibilities as assigned.

Systems Used

Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, PPT, Excel)
SyteLine
UKG
Solidworks
Altium
Mathcad
Simetrix or other Spice based simulation tools.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips and electronic equipment.
Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principals involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models.
Logic and reasoning skills to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Assess project needs, oversee, and conduct engineering design or system performance reviews.
Apply problem solving approaches, such as brainstorming, fishbone diagramming, and engineering theory to electric system projects.
Identify problems or opportunities through the collection and analysis of data.
Use logical thought processes to analyze information and draw conclusions.
Review, evaluate and implement new technologies that support best practices.
Test hypotheses to ensure problems may be correctly diagnosed and the best solution is applied.
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus and statistics and their applications.
Critical thinking using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions.

Senior Power Electronics Engineer

Nidec Motor Corporation

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.

All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

Contribute to the design, development and support of motor controls and associated accessories.Job DescriptionJob Responsibilities:

Support the design and development activities of motor control electronics through all stages of the product development life-cycle.
Participate in designing motor control electronics ranging from low voltage DC products to 120/240Vac line powered products and including 480Vac industrial products. Typical design tasks include writing design specifications, performing design analysis and simulations, capturing circuit schematics, participating in design reviews, guiding the PCB layout process, creating BOMs and assembly drawings, and overseeing prototype, engineering validation, design verification, and agency certification phases of projects
Participates in the testing process through test review and analysis, test witnessing and certification of software.
Implement OEM specific Hardware or software feature requirements in the existing and new products
Create and maintain project documentation – design requirements, BOMs, test procedures, drawings, Software documentation, test reports and manuals
Work with manufacturing to introduce designs into production on schedule, including creation of test specifications and collaboration on test equipment
Work with PCB designers to ensure schematic, part library, component placement and trace routing are done correctly
Work with software, mechanical, motor design, and application groups to optimize product designs for low cost and high quality
Work with the quality group to support failure analysis and recommend design and process changes to improve product quality

Additional Job Details

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
2 years of applicable experience in a product development environment.
A demonstrated understanding and application of vector control, field-oriented control, and sensor-less software algorithms for Surface Permanent Magnet (SPM) and Interior Permanent Magnet (IPM) Brushless synchronous motors.
Experience in power electronics products; inverters, dc-dc converters and switching power supplies
Working knowledge in the design of conditioning and sensing circuitry for adjustable speed drives
Proficient in developing embedded code in C and assembly
Experienced in SCR, TRIAC, IGBT and MOSFET technology
Working knowledge of gate driver circuits for IGBTs, MOSFETs and fly-back power converter topologies
Experience working with voltage levels, protection, and component selections up to 480Vac
Familiar with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DVMs, signal generators, power supplies and other standard EE lab equipment.
Possess strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for the repair of digital circuits and analog circuits to component levels
Must be self-motivated, organized, capable of working independently and as a team to solve engineering problems in a logical and efficient manner.
Work on the requirements and test required for completing agency approval certification (example: UL, CE)

Senior Solar Design Engineer

Soleeva Energy, Inc.

San Jose, CA 95131•Hybrid remote

Soleeva Energy is a full service, residential and commercial solar installer looking for experienced and driven individuals to join our ever-expanding team. We are currently looking for a full-time Solar Design Engineer. The experienced Senior Solar Design Engineer is to lead the company’s electrical design and engineering efforts. This position will be in-person with opportunities for a remote/hybrid position for properly qualified candidates.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Design and develop Residential and Commercial detailed PV and ESS electrical design packages, utility interconnection drawings, site layout drawings, zoning permit packages, as-built drawing packages and other deliverables.
Coordinate structural, civil, and electrical components into a working plan set
Ensure designs and plan sets to meet requirements across a variety of jurisdictional agencies (e.g., DSA, DGS, OSFM, and local AHJs)
Serve as the lead internal technical resource for topics including ESS and PV design, interconnection and NEC requirements, electrical calculations, medium voltage and microgrid design, emerging industry technologies, AHJ and utility standards, design standards and other areas.
Develop, manage and continuously improve internal Excel and AutoCAD design tools, templates, and processes.
Review internal and external design documents and provide feedback on design concept and code compliance, adherence to contract requirements, constructability, cost optimization and other factors for a complete and accurate design package.
Provide technical and drafting training for solar designers and other company staff.
Coordinate with outside engineering consultants for drafting and/or sealing of structural, civil, and electrical designs, third-party engineering reviews, and other support.
Participate in site visits to determine design considerations and constraints, interconnection requirements, project constructability, and other important factors.
Provide support to procurement and construction teams, including the preparation of bills of materials, evaluation of product technical data, and processing of RFI’s and other field and design change inquiries.
Research emerging industry technologies and products and evaluate for implementation into company operations with the goal of reducing cost and increasing project quality and efficiency. Make informed recommendations to management as needed.
Coordinate and provide engineering support to business development and marketing teams as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or design (or a related field) is preferred, but not required. An equivalent combination of experience and/or education in relevant position related topics will be considered.
Minimum of 5 years PV design experience (2 years minimum in commercial PV), computer aided design experience (AutoCAD or equivalent)
Proficiency with current versions of AutoCAD, including use of dynamic blocks, layer organization, external references and data links, document control and general drafting best practices.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including the use of Excel macro functionality (macro coding experience desired).
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Ability to design and coordinate multiple projects at various stages
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (including 2020 version), with a thorough understanding of Article 690, 705 and other applicable sections.
Thorough understanding of PV and ESS design principles, products and standards.
Knowledge of various local and regional utility and AHJ standards, processes and requirements (including typical interconnection application processes for major utilities in California) is highly preferred.
Must be an effective communicator and leader, with strong technical, critical thinking and analytic skills.
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is preferred
Desire to participate and function as a true team player
Ensure accurate and timely completion of assigned responsibilities/projects

Senior Computer Hardware Systems Engineer

KBR is looking for a highly qualified Senior Computer Hardware Systems Engineer to be part of a fast-paced dynamic team in support of a NAWCAD program.

Seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join the KBR team supporting NAWCAD on NAS Patuxent River, MD. You will support the design, development, integration, and test of complex computing systems providing solutions to customer requirements to meet evolving challenges.

You will analyze problems and implement solutions in support of project goals. You will collaborate with customers to formulate solutions to establish critical infrastructure, protect critical services and increase system reliability and resistance to unauthorized access.

Additionally, you will function as the Systems Engineering team lead. As the team lead, your tasks will include coordinating and overseeing the tasking of other team members, tracking project progress, and participating in planning of projects, resourcing, and events.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related scientific discipline, or equivalent experience from an accredited college or university is required.

A minimum of ten (10) years of professional experience is required.

At least three (3) years of specialized experience directly related to airborne systems is required.

Applicant selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. A current Top Secret Clearance with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within the last 6 years is required.

Senior Telecommunications Engineer

Acuity International

Our vision aims to empower our clients by actively leveraging our broad range of services. With our global presence, we have career opportunities all across the world which can lead to a unique, exciting and fulfilling career path. Pick your path today! To see what career opportunities we have available, explore below to find your next career!

Location: Remote

Clearance Level: None

Primary Function

Working within the Acuity Office of Corporate Technologies, the Senior Telecommunications Engineer will have a high degree of autonomy in establishing daily priorities and activities as part of a “hands-on” position requiring technical and operational skills.

All services shall be provided in accordance with established standards, principles and ethics of the profession, applicable professional specialty organizations, and the high-quality standard for which Acuity is recognized.

Responsibilities

Full life-cycle management (define, design, develop, deploy) for various projects relating to the upgrade and ongoing maintenance of the corporate voice or data infrastructure.
Serve as a liaison with other teams and other departments to define requirements for and carry out various inter-team projects.
Daily general support for all Cisco Call Managers, VoIP gateways, Telepresence, ACD, other telecommunication systems, and conference room UCCM integrated A/V, serving as a key escalation point for troubleshooting complex telecommunication issues.
Provide regular management reports to direct supervisor relating to the health/maintenance/uptime of systems.
Direct responsibility for maintaining systems and support service level agreements for systems uptime and support service levels.
Develop options, recommendations and associated cost benefits and implement cost effective solutions.
Document engineering standards and proposals or recommendations for voice or network designs and engineering changes.
Develop and manage project teams in area of responsibility.
Work with network engineers, technical staff, and vendors to develop and implement telecommunication projects.
Research, evaluate, and recommend new tools and technologies.
Assess emerging network technologies and make recommendations to information technology management.
Works on unusually complex technical problems provides, and solutions which are highly innovative in nature.
Traini IT Service Desk members to support TIER1 UCCM tickets (add, move, delete users and phones).
Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree or experience in lieu of.
6 years of experience working in a corporate IT/IS environment.
5 years of experience building and supporting complex VoIP networks.
Cisco CUCM, UCCX, CUC, CUPS, CUAC and Expressway installation, configuration and operation, including additional 3rd party products that integrate with Cisco solutions.
Excellent working knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, SIP, MGCP, and VoIP protocols required.
Must be proficient in the use of VoIP analyzers and troubleshooting voice equipment.
Must have in-depth knowledge debugging problems related to communications protocols.
Must have a working knowledge of SNMP, RADIUS, Spanning-Tree, vPC, HA, and IPSec.
Must have superior troubleshooting skills related to the following network architectures: Multimode Fiber, Fast and Gigabit Ethernet, as well as WAN circuits technologies (MPLS, IPVPN, Point-to-Point).
Practical knowledge of all cabling technologies associated with the above.
Working practical knowledge of network monitoring and administrative tools.
Creative problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently.
Strong customer support skills.
Strong written and oral communications.
Ability to properly prioritize multiple simultaneous tasks.
Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance, which requires US citizenship.

Preferred Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related program.
Understanding of DWDM theory.
CCNP Voice or Collaboration
CCNA Route/Switch