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Senior Electrical Engineer

JTEKT North America
2 days ago
On-site
MORRISTOWN, Tennessee, United States
Senior Engineer - Electrical (1114) - MOREssential Duties and Accountabilities:Provide complex engineering services for manufacturing and maintenance.Must support JATM philosophy and policy.Plan, schedule work, and projects.Perform programming changes as assigned.Administer process changes in engineering documents.Maintain PLC programs, backup files for assigned manufacturing equipment.Analyze process / equipment problems for long-term solutions.Make engineering reports for process development or troubleshooting.Write and prepare detailed electrical specifications for new equipment.Write programming for new equipment and lot traceability networking.Participate in run-off and grooming activities.Performs equipment capability studies.Assess spare part problems and needs and make appropriate changes.Participate in Kaizen teams.Continuously improve assigned area processes.Maintain data in backup system for equipment and lot traceability programs/networking.Performs housekeeping duties as required.Willingness and ability to work overtime, weekends and holidays.Other jobs as assigned by supervisor/manager.Supervisory Responsibilities:This position has no supervisory responsibilities.Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Proven hands-on equipment troubleshooting.Problem solving ability.Safety oriented.Work without close supervision.Ability to work in a team environment.Industrial electronics data upload/download capability.PC hardware / software set-up, back-up, configuration.PC networking / communication.Special equipment knowledge (TOYOPUC, IE, AB, FANUC, PLC, etc.).Electrical drawing interpretation.CAD capability for electrical design and documentation.Hands on wiring.Power distribution (transformers, starters, motors).Mechanical reasoning skills.Hydraulic, pneumatic and lubrication systems.Good interpersonal skills.Good verbal and written communication skills.Knowledge of NFPA/NEC policies.Computer skills – Excel, Word, Auto CAD LT.Ability to train others. Ability to work overtime is an essential function of the position.Education and Experience: BSEE or BA Degree in Electrical / Electronics with a minimum 5 years of experience in job related field.Equipment troubleshooting experience for high volume manufacturing.Robotics programming and troubleshooting.PLC programming experience with Mitsubishi, Automation Direct, Allen-Bradley, and Siemens.Lot Traceability and equipment fault networking/programming.Basic CNC programming experience.Work Environment/Physical Demands:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Β Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work is mostly performed in a normal office setting with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards, and with substantial time spent working on a computer. Β Requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard and other office equipment.The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to manufacturing areas which require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection.Travel by automobile and plane required approximately 10-20% of time.