at Switchboard Apparatus Inc in Franklin Park, Illinois, United States
Job Description
- Perform tasks associated with the design and engineering of paralleling switchgear, diesel and turbine generator control systems for medium voltage and low voltage electrical power systems in strict compliance with company engineering processes, quality procedures and design standards
- Review job order documents processed by the sales department and organize design work
- Prepare technical submittals to include layout drawings, sequence of operations, Bill of Materials, wiring schematics, test procedures to meet customer approvals
- Work with project management on scope of work and timelines for project completion.
- Generate detailed design and drawing documents and parts list for manufacturingÂ
- Write sequence of operation for power control and transfer systems
- Create electrical schematic and wiring drawings for power and control systems
- Generate new PLC programs and update existing programs for generator paralleling and control systems
- Verify equipment design to meet compliance to applicable U.L and NEMA standards
- Develop test procedures and verify that the finished products meet design and performance criteria
- Stay technically acquainted with production methods, cost estimating procedures, new development technologies, materials, electrical components, etc.
- Review electrical drawings and specifications in order to determine project requirements and prepare quotations that are on time, on budget, on spec as accurately as possible
- Maintain close working relationships with customers, vendors and other departments within SAI
- Occasional weekend and/or evening work and travel to jobsites
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor as needed
- Regular in-person attendance is an essential function of this job
