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AAON, Inc. · 1 day ago

Strategic Electrical Engineer

Redmond, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

AAON, Inc. is seeking a Strategic Electrical Engineer to join their Strategic Development & Testing Group. This senior-level engineering position involves researching, designing, and implementing new PLC based controls technologies, while also supporting the development of new products and mentoring engineering teams.

Energy EfficiencyHeating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)IndustrialManufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Support engineering projects to develop new PLC based control strategies and sequence of operations

Develop and test PLC programs across multiple platforms (Carel, Automated Logic, Allen Bradley, etc.)

Develop new protocols and standards for the process of design reviews on new products

Generate proposals for new product development and research projects including objective, methodology, timeline, budget, and expected outcome

Develop and maintain a roadmap for components and equipment used in the electrical and controls departments

Collaboration with the department managers and procurement to develop an approved vendor/components standard and tier level

Identify potential acquisition targets for complimentary technology and intellectual property

Design, engineer and program product prototypes

Develop and test new electrical components for use in UL508A panel design

Aid in the assembly and wiring of product prototypes and testing apparatuses

Engage with customers to define concepts and develop engineered solutions for high complexity sales opportunities

Develop testing plans, scripts, and apparatuses for testing and R&D projects

Assist R&D Technicians with performing tests on prototype equipment and components

Compile and analyze testing data and generate reports for prototype tests to validate functionality and provide guidance on product improvements

Author technical white papers to support implementation and application of new and emerging technologies

Ensure compliance with multiple UL and NFPA standards. (e.g. UL508A, UL1995, UL60335)

Develop & author new engineering & construction standards and practices within the BASX engineering group

Mentor and guide Solutions and Products engineering teams on technical and project-related tasks

Maintain accurate documentation including BOMs, drawings, and technical reports

Qualification

PLC programmingElectrical engineeringCAD softwareProduct engineeringUL508A standardsProblem-solvingProject managementCommunication skillsTechnical documentation

Required

Requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related industry experience

7+ years of experience in product engineering, UL508A, HVAC or a related industry

Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Autodesk) and engineering analysis tools

Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer principles

Extensive background in DDC & PLC programming strategies. (e.g. Ladder Logic, Function Block and Structured Text)

Excellent problem-solving, project management, and communication skills

Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and industry standards

Familiarity with regulatory compliance and certification processes or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background