Job Description
Technical Solutions Inc. is currently seeking an Electrical Project and Drives Engineer on behalf of our client, a manufacturer with facilities in the Pittsburgh area.
Principal duties:
- Overall design responsibility of PLC and HMI Systems and Hardware for Coil Processing Lines.
- Selection (sizing) of Drives and other components such as transformers, Line Reactors, contactors, braking resistors, etc.
- Power and torque calculations for Drive systems.
- Sizing power cables and control wires, fuses, circuit breakers, etc.
- Program / Write Drive control code for position, speed, and current / torque control.
- Tuning of above-mentioned control loops (Proportional, Integral. And Derivative gains or bandwidth method).
- PLC and HMI programming for Coil processing machines and complete lines.
- Engineering of E-stop, Zone control, and other safety circuits.
- Design and component sizing/selection for other control circuits (fuses, power supplies, control relays, motor starters, etc.)
- Operator Station and control panel layouts.
- Creating Bills of Material.
- Shop testing and field start-ups of Control Systems for coil processing Lines (PLC, HMI, AC and DC Drives, etc.)
- Interaction with customers and vendors.
- Troubleshoot problems with customers over the phone and/or remote connection to PLC, HMI, AC and DC Drives, etc.)
- Assist in safety risk assessments.
- Assist in cyber security assessments, scans and hardening.
- Assist internal customer service department with identifying parts needed, pricing, etc.
- Some travel required. Approximately 25% - 30%
Education and Experience:
- BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience.
- Five to ten years of Electrical Engineering experience working with PLC and HMI programming and troubleshooting in an industrial environment with an OEM, Integrator, or End-User.
- AC and DC Drive system experience (preferably Rockwell / Allen Bradley, Siemens, and Nidec / Control Techniques)
- Familiarity with National Electric Code (as applies to industrial applications), NFPA79, and UL508A
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word.
Additional (preferred but not required) skills:
- AutoCAD experience
- Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of computer and industrial communication networks.
- Experience working with SAP
- Experience working with CimDB
About Technical Solutions Inc.
For more than 30 years, Technical Solutions Inc. (TSI) has connected talented professionals with leading employers throughout Western Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia. We take a personalized approach to recruiting, working directly with you to understand your experience, career goals and what you're looking for in your next opportunity.
Our recruiters work directly with hiring managers, coordinate the interview process, provide feedback, and advocate for you throughout the hiring process. We can also introduce you to other opportunities that match your background and goals- often including positions you may not find on your own.
There is never a fee or cost to candidates for our services.
Learn more about TSI and view our current opportunities at www.tsiwork.com or call 724-733-2100.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Pittsburgh, PA |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 10 to 19 employees |
| Year Founded | 1991 |
| Website | https://tsiwork.com/ |
About Company
Technical Solutions Inc. provides a wide range of staffing services throughout Western Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia. Simplify the job search process by letting us do all the work! With over 30 years of expertise, we have the resources, techniques and insights to guide your job search. Our staff will work with you one-on-one to understand your needs and discuss your options. We can even send your resume to multiple job openings that you are a fit for, giving you opportunities to choose from. We reach out to hiring managers for feedback, coordinate and schedule interviews, and advocate on your behalf so that you get the best offer possible. At TSI, we genuinely care about our employees and want to see you succeed. No candidate is ever promised something we do not deliver. The best part is that there are no fees or cost for any of our services. For more information on our company and to view all of our exciting job opportunities, please visit www.tsiwork.com or give us a call at 724-733-2100.
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