Senior Electrical Engineer

At Applied Test Systems our highly trained workforce plays a pivotal role in our ability to produce high quality machines. Our most competitive advantage is our skilled and innovative workforce. This position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Electrical Engineer to contribute to cutting-edge projects in a dynamic work environment. If you possess the required qualifications and skills, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

Electrical Engineer

 Position Summary: Design, develop, and test circuits and systems used in the control of testing equipment; Create electrical and controls engineering drawings and documents; Specify electrical controls equipment and panel components; Specify heating elements and circuits for industrial furnaces and ovens; Review proposed changes to existing designs for compliance with engineering standards, accepted practices and safety standards; Review specifications to support proposal efforts; Work with suppliers to specify and procure engineered components; Working knowledge of IEEE, UL, NEC, CSA, and EU/CE standards as they apply to our applications. Engineering training and experience is critical for this position.

Duties and Responsibilities / General Competencies:

• Electrical engineering, machine/industrial automation, product and prototype testing
• Create, maintain, and execute multiple projects and associated engineering documentation
• Design, Operate, and Test systems and applications using low to medium voltage (480 VAC, 3-phase, and below), DC Circuits, and various analog distribution systems
• Size and specify electrical and control components including transformers, circuit breakers, motor starters, conductors, etc.
• Develop, read, and check electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control descriptions, I/O lists, Bills of Materials, and PLC/HMI code for control of various electro-mechanical systems
• Ensure compliance with industry, engineering, and customer standards and specifications
• Working knowledge and application of electric codes and standards
• Familiar with design and programming of PLC, HMI and Ethernet interfacing; Develop control logic diagrams
• Work experience with PLC’s, HMI’s, Temperature controllers and control panel design is required.
• Exceptional analytical and applied problem solving skills; troubleshooting, problem identification, and resolution of programs and systems
• Support Field Service Technicians on equipment installation, startup, troubleshooting, and continuing maintenance
• Support Production efforts; resolve on-floor design and assembly issues as needed
• Sales communication and customer support as required

Education, Certificates, Licenses, and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 2-5 years of applicable experience
• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology and 5-10 years of applicable experience preferred*

Computer Skills:

• Autodesk products: AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Inventor Pro
• Proficient working knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Capacity to learn other software as necessary

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stoop and kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. These physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel: Occasional travel may be required to customer locations.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Exemption Status: Exempt

Reporting: Reports to the Engineering Manager

Requirements: To perform this job successfully, the individual will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education, Experience and Computer Skills are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be willing to work flexible hours if necessary.

Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. ATS does not provide US work authorization sponsorship for this position. OPT and CPT visa holders are not eligible for employment if they will need work authorization sponsorship at any time in the future.