Engineer - Test Systems (2nd Shift)

Job Description

Position Responsibilities:

Siemans PLC experience and programming
•Manage the service project design, implementation and coordination of service activities and related initiatives, involving internal groups and external suppliers as necessary.
•Perform fault and root-cause analysis for technical issues involving hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, electrical, or mechanical component and/or system-level failures; develop corrective action procedures and determine resources needed for resolution (i.e. parts, personnel, service hours, etc.).
•Perform activities to diagnose, repair, maintain, install, and rebuild a variety of test systems to support validation processes on-site and at the customer site.
•Replace electric motors, pumps, belts, electric wiring, numeric controls, and related components involving mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic functions.
•Tear down and check component parts; repair, reassemble, and test valves, pumps, solenoid valves, rewire controls.
•Analyze cost elements for service projects and ongoing service support in order to develop cost models for pricing and quotation preparation for spare parts and service activities/projects.
•Provide technical guidance and engineering expertise in the commissioning, service support, and upgrading of test systems for customers within the North American region.
•Develop technical processes and concepts for the optimized service, maintenance, calibration, and upgrading of test systems.
•Establish relationships and build rapport with customers to optimize cost and service elements.
•Develop training courses and deliver technical training to internal and external groups regarding component and system-level maintenance and calibration of test systems.
•Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on test systems.
•Work in accordance to 5S procedures.
•Participate in continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts.
•Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, formal training, reviewing professional publications, establishing and expanding professional networks, and participating in professional societies.
•Comply with all TS16949 policies and procedures.
•Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills and Experience:
•B.S. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering field
•3-4 years of professional engineering experience in a technical sales or service environment, specifically focused on production automation and/or automotive applications (includes Co-op or internship experience)

*Basic experience with controls engineering and/or software/hardware for electric drive systems or sensor applications
•Basic experience with Siemens Step7 and/or other automation modules
•Knowledge of Hydraulics/Pneumatics/Mechanical components/parts functionalities
•Proven ability to read engineering drawings/prints (both electrical and mechanical) in DIN/ISO standard format (in metrics)
•Proven ability to analyze blueprints and use mathematics to evaluate/understand complex machine drawings
•Familiarity with various automotive test systems for driveline technology
•Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office
•Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel/management
•Strong problem solving and analytical skills
•Strong drive for teamwork with a customer-oriented approach to projects
•Superior interpersonal, communications and listening skills
•English language competency – both oral and written
•Ability/willingness to travel both domestically and internationally (up to 50%)

Preferred Skills and experience:
•Experience with developing technical processes and solutions for test systems service operations
•Experience in the Automotive Industry
•German and/or Spanish language skills
 

Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally required to stand, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools; or controls; reach with hands and arms; ascend stairs; balance; stoop; kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear taste or smell. The associate must occasionally lift and /or move up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.
Work Environment: While performing the duties of the job, the associate is exposed to an office atmosphere with some manufacturing/lab exposure.

Company Description

We are a customer-focused, integrated maintenance company operating projects throughout the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic states. If you are seeking employment with a dedicated industry leader, and committed to safely improving and perfecting our industry, you may be a candidate for GreenWood. We look for skilled, experienced, and qualified professionals in maintenance, construction and plant services. GreenWood offers unique opportunities in professional development and growth featuring an outstanding benefits plan and training program.

If you feel your values align with the culture at GreenWood, Inc., and you can provide a long-standing track record of safety, skills, dependability, and accountability, we invite you to peruse our Job Postings to determine if there is an opportunity that interests you. Applicants must be willing to abide by our Zero Incident philosophy in order to work at GreenWood, Inc.

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Time
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Prescription Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Various Voluntary Policies Available
• Safety Training
• Continuous Learning Environment