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Job Description: Job Description Wagstaff Description: Wagstaff manufactures equipment for aluminum producers, who process formed aluminum into parts and products you use every day. Description A successful candidate for this role should have core electrical and electronics engineering knowledge and be capable of working in both hardware and software-related roles. Successful candidates will enjoy a challenging role with a wide variety of work responsibilities and many learning opportunities. Successful candidate will be self-motivated, hard working and enjoy continuously learning new skills. This rare and exciting R&D Electrical Engineering role includes a wide variety of work responsibilities in the following areas: Core Electrical Engineering principles:Power system designElectronics designEmbedded systems designMachine/Product R&DIndustrial equipment automationProgramming Industrial Automation PLC and Scada control systems:Machine Commissioning / International travel requiredMachine PLC Programming - Ladder Logic software developmentScada and HMI software developmentAutomation systems hardware and software development Automation control system and control panel designNEC compliant Industrial low voltage power distribution design Embedded systems and electronics:Analog and digital electronic circuits design PCB design and layoutC/C++/python firmware development for microcontroller based New product design:Experiment design and setupInnovative problem solvingProject management / Facilitate transition from R&D to ProductionProject electrical lead Become technical expertFollow product full lifecycle concept to production release Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Pay: $80,000 - $115,000 salary depending on experience Travel Pay: Additional pay premium per each travel day Sign-On Bonus: $5,000 Benefits 1200 Sqft onsite gym, accessible 24/hrs a day 8 paid non-working holidays Monthly, site-wide BBQs Up to 8% retirement contribution Annual bonus program Tuition Reimbursement To review our full benefits summary, please visit Want to learn more about Wagstaff? 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Primary Job ResponsibilitiesPerform installation and commissioning of equipment in customer plants in coordination with the Automated Systems Group and Mechanical EngineeringSuccessfully complete job-specific training on various topicsGain proficiency in and configure, troubleshoot, and commission, PLC, and SCADA automation software for various industrial machine controls including, Ladder Logic, Python, Factory Talk, Studio 5000, TIA Portal, SQL, Ge iFix, Ignition, C, C++Design, install, commission, troubleshoot, and repair various, electrical control panels, process instruments, VFD's, servos, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems for industrial automation equipment control systems.Design, build and troubleshoot digital and analog electronic circuits and embedded systemsGain detailed technical understanding of casting equipment and processes controls to become a support resource and subject matter expertProvide Technical Service to customers in response to emergency calls or service requests in troubleshooting and repair Provide training to customer personnel in PLC based automation system operation and maintenance in conjunction with commissioning or in response to independent requests or requirementsParticipate in product development activitiesParticipate in research activities related to aluminum casting technologiesAssist in the preparation of PLC and SCADA packages for projects in coordination with Project Managers and other engineers involved in the commissioning processAttend Engineering Design Review meetings at customer sitesPerform other duties as assignedRequirements: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering General CharacteristicsAcquires basic knowledge and develops skills in a specific practice areaApplies prescribed and/or standard techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasksExercises limited judgment on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional workAcquires an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities General Technical ResponsibilitiesDesigns a complete project, system, component, or process of standard complexityPerforms standard computations or analysisPrepares Drawings Leadership SkillsAssign tasks to and coordinates with Designers. Coordinates with other departments as necessary Direction ReceivedReceives close supervision on unusual or difficult problems, and general review of all aspects of work Communication SkillsAcademic oral and technical writing skillsAttends Customer project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments. May occasionally lead the meetings Working Environment While performing the duties of this job on Wagstaff premises, work is performed primarily in an adequately lit, well-ventilated, climate-controlled general office environment. Close computer work is regularly required. The work usually involves minimal physical exertion. The noise level in the general office environment is usually moderate. This job may require occasional or more frequent interaction with employees on the manufacturing shop floor. While on the shop floor, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risks of moving equipment and parts, and other risks associated with a manufacturing environment. Because of this environment and associated risks, coordination with shop floor managers/employees may be necessary before entering the shop floor, and the use of job-appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required on the shop floor. The noise level on the shop floor is often loud. This job may also require occasional or more frequent travel to and work at customer sites. While at customer sites, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risks of moving equipment and parts, and other risks associated with a construction and/or manufacturing environment. Because of this environment and associated risks, coordination with customer managers/employees may be necessary before entering the customer site, and the use of job-appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required at customer sites. The noise level at customer sites is often loud. Employment at Wagstaff is dependent on successfully passing a company-paid drug screening and background check upon hire. Benefits eligibility is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable policies, plans and programs of Wagstaff. U.S. Work Authorization is required; Sponsorships are not being offered for this position. Wagstaff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. PM22 PI63adff7767f4-3853