What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer - Panel Design & Power Production position at Trashology?
Electrical Engineer – Panel Design & Power Distribution
COMPANY OVERVIEW: Trashology is dedicated to resolving the world’s waste dilemma. We are focused on developing technology to divert waste disposal from landfills by replacing conventional and harmful landfill practices with efficient and clean waste management technologies. Trashology’s technologies protect the environment while reducing energy and waste costs for our customers.
WHO WE ARE: A fast-paced, high-energy work environment. We are a mission-driven collaborative team that values integrity, transparency, and a strong work ethic.
WE ARE SEEKING: A well-rounded Electrical Engineer to own the design, layout, and build of control panels and facility electrical distribution. In your role, your duties and responsibility will include the following:
- Create and maintain electrical schematics based on functional specifications
- Design control panel layout, including panel modifications, component placement, and wire routing.
- Perform mechanical modifications to panels - knockouts, cutting holes for wire/conduit entry, and other enclosure prep
- Source and procure electrical components (PLCs, VFDs, relays, terminal blocks, wire/cable, enclosures, etc.)
- Assemble control panels: mounting hardware, wiring, labeling, point-to-point verification
- Design and size power distribution for panels (transformers, breakers, load calculations)
- Support the design of Safety Instrumented Systems consistent with IEC61508
- Design functionally reliable and visually clean cable management strategies for large distributed systems
- Manage workflow and priorities across concurrent projects
- Communicate effectively with technicians on schematics, flagging and resolving discrepancies or open questions before and during builds
- Troubleshoot power and signal issues in industrial equipment and instrumentation
- Maintain and create wire/cable registers and engineering documentation
- Follow all safety training, procedures, and standards
- Conduct hands-on work, which will sometimes be performed outdoors
- Other duties as needed
The ideal candidate should be able to meet the following requirements:
- BS in an Electrical Engineering curriculum or 4 years of relevant, documented experience
- Proficiency developing electrical schematics in AutoCAD software
- Strong knowledge of the NFPA 70, NFPA 79 and UL 508A standards and their application
- Experience with hands-on panel assembly and wiring
- Experience working with 480VAC 3-Phase generation, distribution, and loads plus 240/120VAC power and 24VDC power and signal wiring
- Highly motivated, self-starter with a desire to get tasks done on time and without errors
- Ability to conduct basic physical requirements of climbing ladders, work at elevated heights, ability to lift 40 lbs., and ability to use basic hand tools
The following abilities and/or knowledge are preferable, but not strictly required:
- Proficiency developing panel layouts and generating drawings in 3D CAD software.
- Experience interfacing with PLC, DCS, SCADA systems
- Experience with digital and analog signal architecture and troubleshooting
- Experience working with communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, RS485, Modbus RTU, IO-Link
- Knowledge of safety lifecycle and design as defined by IEC61508
OTHER INFORMATION: This position will be compensated with a competitive salary, full medical/dental/vision benefits, STD/LTD/Life & AD&D, generous PTO, retirement, flexible schedule (this role is primarily on-site given the hands-on nature of the work, but remote work is permitted whenever feasible).
Trashology is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and therefore prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, political affiliation, retaliation, or any other non-merit factor or status protected by federal, state, local laws and regulations.