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Orenco Systems, Inc. · 3 weeks ago

Electrical Controls Engineer IV

Sutherlin, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$80K/yr - $115K/yr

5+ years exp

Orenco Systems is a manufacturer of innovative onsite and decentralized wastewater collection and treatment technologies. They are seeking a Senior Electrical Controls Engineer IV to develop and extend price quotes, design customized equipment, provide customer support, and promote Orenco's electrical equipment, with a strong emphasis on PLC programming and automation tasks.

Environmental ConsultingManufacturingWaterWater Purification

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Develops codes for programmable logic devices and Orenco SCADA systems

Develops code for HMI systems

Designs networked systems using standard protocols including Modbus RTU, TCP/IP

Designs and drafts wiring schematics for electrical panels, based on customer provided

Writes and reviews installation procedures for electrical equipment configurations

Checks finished layout of custom panels to assure proper setup and design

Tests completed on custom panels for defects and proper operation

Safely tests equipment with voltages as high as 480VAC 3 phase

Files all panel construction details of customer panel orders for future reference

Receives and interprets customer specifications, determines customer needs, and develops product and price quotes

Suggests changes to customer's specifications to improve functionality as needed

Obtains price quotes for custom components from suppliers

Coordinates with the Purchasing Department to ensure prompt ordering of custom and non-stocked components necessary in building custom electrical control panels

Provides continuous customer support of electrical controls and associated equipment throughout the sales, manufacturing, and installation processes

Communicates with customers by telephone, and in writing

Travels to job sites, as necessary, to oversee or assist in electrical system startups, perform field modifications, on-site troubleshooting, or to support the Sales or Systems Engineering personnel as required

Promotes Orenco's electrical panels by meeting with distributors, prospective distributors, OEM's, contractors and regulators, and demonstrating Orenco's products and equipment

Conducts seminars with distributors, contractors, regulators, and electricians to explain and demonstrate proper use, and installation, of Orenco's electrical control panels

Stays abreast of Orenco related products and technology by reading professional literature and attending industry related seminars

Stays abreast of NEC code and UL requirements that apply to Orenco's control panels and pump installations

High level of involvement in research, prototype development, testing and product documentation

Designs and assists in the installation of in-house electrical equipment for Orenco

Reviews catalogs, flyers, and component specifications, and recommends products for use in Orenco electrical control panels

Attends team meetings and contributes ideas and opinions, continuously seeking improved methods for providing quality customer service

Regular attendance is an essential function of this job

Trains other team members as needed

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Siemens PLC programmingHMI programmingDigital logic programmingIndustrial controlsModbus RTUTCP/IPWastewater treatmentInstrumentationAllen-Bradley Studio 5000Customer serviceMarketing/Sales experienceCAD proficiencyMicrosoft OfficeOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor of Science Degree in Controls, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or related degree is required

At least five years of experience in electrical Controls engineering

Must demonstrate advanced proficiency in developing, modifying, and troubleshooting programs for Siemens PLCs (S7-1200, S7-1500, etc.) using TIA Portal

Familiarity with HMI configuration, communication protocols, and standardized programming practices is required

Ability to be flexible and change priorities with little notice

Ability to communicate in a professional, courteous, customer service-oriented manner

Ability to successfully interact with individuals from diverse backgrounds and extreme variations in educational levels

Above average organizational skills

Current driver's license and good driving record is required

High level of expertise with digital logic programming

High level of expertise with motors and industrial controls

High level of expertise with PLC's and ladder logic

High level of expertise with HMI programming

Proficient with wastewater treatment

Proficient with instrumentation