Equipment Sr. Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead engineers and Jr. Engineers with mentor abilities.
• Run diagnostic tests and repair malfunctioning equipment in all areas of plant automation.
• Commission control systems, troubleshoot operational issues, perform equipment, and process instrumentation calibration including flow and pressure transmitters, and level sensors.
• Perform preventative maintenance; ensure stock of critical spares, properly input data into the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), execute work orders, back up programs and keep prints and manuals current.
• Utilize established SolidWorks CAD guidelines and department design procedures to create solid models and detail drawings.
• Troubleshoot all programmable logic control (PLC), HMI, VRV, motor, and motor control problems.
• Identify critical machine components and analyze critical design features to ensure reliability in final operating environment.
• Drive operational improvement and cost reduction by enhancing industrial control schemes.
• Complete assigned work orders, write work requests and collaborate with other team members to troubleshoot and repair processing and solar module equipment.
• Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the solar module equipment.
• Exhibit strong electrical skills and troubleshooting of High and Low voltage processes.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of Hanwha Q CELLS USA, Inc.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechatronics preferred) or related field.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Machine design experience includes specification of bearings, drive train components and design of fabricated components for proper fit and assembly.
• Demonstrated skills with SolidWorks, including SolidWorks explorer, sheet metal, toolbox, bill of materials and weldments.
• Materials knowledge (corrosion, failure mechanisms, strength of materials) is critical.
• Strong proficiency in related software including AutoCAD and MS Office applications, and project management tools.
• Project management, finite element, or other mechanical analysis software, PDM system (direct experience with Synergis Adept is desirable).
• Able to tolerate a fast-paced work environment in areas that are not climate controlled.
• Able to work voluntarily and creatively, and constantly improve your competences.
• Stay responsible on job related problems and maintain job ownership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with factory automation; i.e., robotics, or complex servo-controlled systems.
• Be able to work voluntarily and creatively, and constantly improve your competences.