Overnight Eplan Electrical Design Engineer Jobs in Tennessee

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Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Primarily responsible for creating electrical drawings and associated documents for retrofit control panel projects supporting asphalt plant automation systems. Works from field audit documentation to develop complete drawing packages for panel manufacturing. Collaborates with Project Engineers and manufacturing to ensure drawings meet project requirements and production needs.

Key Deliverables

Prepares detailed electrical control panel drawings including schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and I/O assignments

·       Creates electrical bills of material and purchased parts lists from drawing packages

·       Develops drawing packages from field audit documentation provided by Project Engineers

·       Interacts with Project Engineers and manufacturing to confirm requirements and resolve design questions

·       Coordinates with Procurement to ensure long lead time items are identified early

·       Supports manufacturing with drawing clarifications during panel build

Key Activities & Responsibilities

·       Create retrofit panel drawings using EPLAN, maintaining compatibility with legacy AutoCAD documentation

·       Work within established drawing standards and templates

·       Generate accurate BOMs from completed drawings

·       Respond to drawing questions from Controls Center manufacturing team

·       Document design decisions and maintain project drawing files

·       Supports the project process by reviewing field audit documentation and attending project kickoff meetings to confirm design requirements

·       Supports as necessary lending assistance in electrical and controls troubleshooting

·       Collaborative electrical print checking

·       Timely and accurate correction/resolution of drawing errors

·       Engage in Continuous Improvement projects and activities as assigned

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:

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·       Experience with EPLAN required; AutoCAD experience preferred

·       Knowledge of the National Electric Code and UL 508A panel requirements

·       Ability to select proper components, size starters, breakers, wiring and conduit

·       Ability to read electrical ladder diagrams and control schematics

·       Knowledge of PLCs and industrial control system components

·       Strong attention to detail and ability to work from field documentation

·       Willingness to work overtime as needed to meet project deadlines

Supervisor and Leadership Expectations

·       No supervisory responsibilities

Our Culture and Values

Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.

·       Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers

·       Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business

·       Respect for all individuals

·       Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation

·       Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works primarily in an office environment using computer-based design tools. Duties include extended computer work, sitting or standing at a workstation. The employee may occasionally visit the Controls Center manufacturing facility to support panel builds or resolve drawing questions. When in the manufacturing area, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, tools and equipment, and moderate noise levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.