What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Electrical Engineer - AC and DC Drives a Must position at SMS group Inc?
Summary
The successful Principal Electrical Engineer with develop and implement Automation solutions focused on drive and power technology for the metals industry.
Who we are
At SMS group, our people are our greatest asset. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that promotes a culture of innovation, growth, and inclusion. We offer company events, activities, and opportunities to participate in charitable initiatives that benefit the communities where we are located.
www.sms-group.us
What you’ll do
- Experience with DC and AC drive upgrades
- Review basic power system requirements for drive feeders and protection
- Outline regulator performance/response based on process applications
- Share technical expertise in areas of the metals industry such as Melting, Casting or Rolling Mill applications for all project life cycles (sales, development, commissioning, and support)
- Support existing installed systems and assist customers with challenging technical issues through process knowledge, data analysis and implementation.
- Complete assignments requiring development of new and/or improved engineering techniques and procedures
- Interface and communicate with local project team (project managers, engineers, support personnel) and internal experts from other areas as well customers and suppliers to provide engineering solutions to technical issues and project-related matters
- Mentor young engineers during project design and execution.
- Perform on site commissioning and training as required
What you’ll need
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- Extensive experience in an engineering role in the metals or a similar industry
- Experience with automation, power and drive systems
- Experience in automation practices
- Demonstrates ability to apply engineering principles to the solution of design problems
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and mentor less experienced personnel
- Be willing to travel to support the project work
- Extensive experience at data analysis and troubleshooting.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as excellent computer skills
What we offer
Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid vacation, paid holiday time, 401k with a company match, training, a tuition reimbursement program and more!
What we do
SMS group is the leading partner in the world of metals. We are an original equipment supplier offering comprehensive maintenance and spare part services for metals production, continuous casting and rolling (flat and long products), tubes, welded pipes, forging, non-ferrous technology, and heat treatment plants - all from a single source.
SMS group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, gender identity or other categories protected by law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test.